Jere Hawn wrote: > Hi all, > > I recently replace the temp sensor which fixed the problem but now that it > is getting colder (dew on the ground almost frost) the first start in the > morning or after it has cooled to ambient it stalls immediately after I > start it unless I use the peddle and add gas. The stall isn't a cough, > sputter, and chock type stall it is like turning the key off kind of stall > (and no I didn't bump the key). After about a quarter mile it act normal > for a cold engine. Any ideas? > > Sounds like the idle stabilize valve. Disconnect, clean the valve, then reconnect and try again. If that doesn't do it, remove the right rear brake light, reach up inside and take the idle stabilizer control out of it's socket, then reseat it, and try again. If that doesn't get it, find a knowlegeable mechanic with a good VOM. John Rodgers 88 GL Driver |
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