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Old 09-24-2012, 10:02 PM
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erratic idle on start-up, '99 3.4

Starts rough but clears up after about a minute, I'm assuming the IAC is sticking. Whats the proper procedure for dis-connecting and removing then cleaning and re-installing? thanks
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Old 09-25-2012, 04:21 PM
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Re: erratic idle on start-up, '99 3.4

Turn car off and unplug the IAC from the car. Remove and spray with carb cleaner to remove gunk. Reinstall in reverse order. Do not move the pintle while it is out or you will have issues. Plug back in and start car. Should clear up the issue.
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Old 09-26-2012, 09:26 AM
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Re: erratic idle on start-up, '99 3.4

Could also be a vac leak.......coolant leak into cylinders(misfires until coolant is eliminated).....fuel problem.....etc.
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Old 09-28-2012, 03:52 PM
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Re: erratic idle on start-up, '99 3.4

Not to trump GTP Dad, but here is a lil more detail procedure on the IAC Jim.

Idle Air Control(IAC) Testing Replacing
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Old 09-29-2012, 08:21 AM
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Re: erratic idle on start-up, '99 3.4

Well played xeroinfinity!
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