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Old Sep 4, 2011 | 09:36 PM
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I drive an 06 GT Auto. It went from 100 to 80 degrees here in Oklahoma. My car seemed to be idling kind of low today at stop lights. Does the drastic weather change have anything to do with it?
Old Sep 5, 2011 | 12:29 AM
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I wouldn't think so. The computer should adjust for temperature differences. If the temperature change has caused the idle speed to change, then there's probably something wrong.
Old Sep 5, 2011 | 12:34 AM
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It actually seemed to fix itself, I just went for a drive. I'll keep y'all updated.
Old Sep 5, 2011 | 10:56 AM
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Yeah today it seems to idle just fine. I'm not sure what the deal was!
Old Sep 5, 2011 | 11:18 AM
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If it continues to be intermittent, I suggest cleaning the TB and MAF; cheap first-try items.
Old Sep 5, 2011 | 11:31 AM
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What's TB and MAF?
Old Sep 5, 2011 | 12:58 PM
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Originally Posted by mystangisblack
What's TB and MAF?
Throttle body and Mass Air Flow sensor. You will need throttle body cleaner and Mass Air Sensor cleaner, which you can purchase at any Autozone or Advanced Auto store. It's easy to do. You can find Youtube videos on how to clean. ;-)
Old Sep 5, 2011 | 03:43 PM
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What's normal idle speed? (RPM)
Old Sep 5, 2011 | 07:57 PM
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At idle, I think mine is around 600-700 rpm or so.

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Old Sep 5, 2011 | 11:33 PM
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Originally Posted by kevinmalec
At idle, I think mine is around 700 rpm or so.
Don't scare OP! You have a manual and he has an automatic. His original concern was idling at traffic lights, so he would be in drive. I think rpm would be more like 550-600.
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