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    lpenek Posts: 28, Reputation: 1
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    Oct 31, 2009, 04:45 PM
    Idle surging
    Hi- I have a Toyota tacoma 2001 PU. It has not been driven in 6 months and was running fine when we left it but now the accelorator surges and even a quick pump doesn't make it calm down so you sound like you are roaring continually (and you are)- especially when pulling up to a stop light it sounds god-awful. Any suggestions on diagnosis or treatment? I'm sure it's not good for the clutch and is likely horrid for gas mileage. Thanks, Lynne
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    Oct 31, 2009, 05:30 PM

    . Check throttle cable routing. Did it come out of a bracket?

    . Clean throttle plate and throttle body. The throttle plate sticking could easily be the main problem. Gasoline gums up when vehicles are not used for a long time.

    . Add Shell Regane or Chevron's Techron to the gas tank, to help remove any gum that has formed in the fuel injectors.

    . Clean Idle Air Control Valve (IACV) with a spray can of brake cleaner--be sure to wear safety goggles.

    . Clean air box with a damp rag (allow to dry) and change the air filter.
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