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Old 06-02-2004, 05:23 PM   #7
jgtatl
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Re: fast idle when car is rolling

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Originally Posted by binnemg
OK, last night I was stuck in traffic and the coolant temperature went up a little higher than normal and the idle problem disappeared. So . . . it looks like the engine coolant temperature sensor is the culprit afterall. I assumed that the ECTS was a basic on/off, hot/cold type sender unit, but it must send a more linear signal and the idle adjusts in several stages to the signal.
I have noticed that my temperature gauge has gone up and down when driving long distances but as far as the idle problem, I have been having the same exact problem for a while now. It doesnt seem to drop when shifting or in neutral. Only when I stop completely. It drives me crazy. I read that someone recommended to change the ECTS. Im not sure what that is exactly. I just was told that it was my clutch which I found hard to believe. How much is the ETCS (around) and where is it located on the car? and sadly enough I have to ask what is it. Im supposing its a part of the computer but Im really not sure. Any help or suggestions would be so gladly appreciated..Thanks
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