Why won't the car hold an idle?

Asked by jeichler Jun 25, 2007 at 01:41 PM about the 1982 Volvo 240

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

The car had a missing problem and then my son adjusted the fuel adjustment and now it won't hold an idle..

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lightGear answered 16 years ago

Check the Idle Speed Control Actuator, there could be an issue with that which would explain why the car won't hold an idle. Also check the throttle positioning sensor.

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