Hi Steven. I had this problem a few months back which started out like your description, but slowly deteriorated to a constant surge in acceleration. Had to shut off the engine and restart several times to get home. Most of the responses from the list were to check the idle stabilizer. In the end I swapped my Idle Control Module, had a spare. This unit is tucked in behind the right side tail light. Solved the problem. For good measure I also swapped out the idle stabilzer (spare one). Hope this helps. BTW this item (ICM) is pricey new. If it is your problem, try a wrecker first and test it. -- R.Feuerriegel 88 syncro |
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