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Old 12-13-2008, 11:51 AM
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Re: Confusing Idle Problem....to high.

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Originally Posted by CrazyHorst
Since you've already been thru the IAC, I'd also say another possibility is to look at changing the engine coolant temp sensor.
Good point, but the same sensor is used for the guage and the PCM. If there was a problem with it, He would notice the guage not working or the PCM would trip a DTC.

Maybe the t-stat is sticking open, or the car is low on coolant... Causing longer warm up times.
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