idle is very rough and almost dies when I turn on the heater / fan
04-03-2012, 07:03 PM
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idle is very rough and almost dies when I turn on the heater / fan
I noticed recently after the car has been stored for a few months, that when I turn on the heater on "MIX" setting, the idle becomes very rough. The RPMS jump to about 1000 rpms, then drops to about 400 rpms where the car stutters and feels like it will die...then it jumps again. When I turn off the heater, the idle returns to normal.
Anyone know what would cause this? Faulty thermostat perhaps?
Anyone know what would cause this? Faulty thermostat perhaps?
04-03-2012, 08:42 PM
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I noticed recently after the car has been stored for a few months, that when I turn on the heater on "MIX" setting, the idle becomes very rough. The RPMS jump to about 1000 rpms, then drops to about 400 rpms where the car stutters and feels like it will die...then it jumps again. When I turn off the heater, the idle returns to normal.
Anyone know what would cause this? Faulty thermostat perhaps?
Anyone know what would cause this? Faulty thermostat perhaps?
04-04-2012, 01:11 AM
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I took a quick look a week or so ago, but didn't notice anything. To be honest I am not familar with the vaccuum system on this car, so I will need to take a closer look. Any specific areas to look at?
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