2003 Dodge Neon (Low Idle)

[telvana]

Well, here's what I've noticed on my 2003 Neon. I've got a really low idle, (500rpm) I still have full power, 'slight' stalling, (what I mean by that, is that it's only stalled once in the past month) no hesitation at red lights, etc. What's odd is that if I turn the wheel the slightest turn while sitting at a stop light, the RPMs jump back up to normal again. I started looking around at my plug wires (I've got 100k on the Neon, figured it's about time to change them.) while doing that, I noticed Plug #1's lead on the coil pack looks 'burnt' 'charred' or corroded. (It's black, looks like it has been arcing.) Do you think it's possible that the burnt lead would cause all of this? (BTW, no check engine light.) Here's what I've been thinking: 1. Change plug wires. 2. Sand off the 'charred' part of the lead to expose the clean metal below. I've done all of the rest of the basic tuneup. (Plugs, Air Filter (K&N Drop In), PCV Valve, etc.) I'm hoping it's nothing to do with the throttle body, as it cannot be cleaned (like cars of old) as far as the sticker says. BTW, I doubt it's the IAC or the Idle speed control motor, as the RPMs will fluctuate with load. (If that is what it sounds like to you though, please tell me.)

[das2123]

I would definitely change the wires (it's about time) and clean on the lead on the coil pack first. Then go from there.