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1993 Chevrolet Lumina Repair Question


Topics covered: Brakes, Idle air control valve, Vacuum leak.
Mileage: 217,000 miles.

Asked on January 20, 2013

Chevrolet Lumina Brakes Problem

Ok i had asked you guys a question earlier about my car wanting to stop or shall i say turn off when i stop at a light or stop sign we you guys had told me to check my idle air control valve so i went ahead and just bought a new one its still wanting to give out some what.and my question is,is there any other problems that can cause this and it also has been accelerating on its own with the brakes being hard to press.
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Replied on January 20, 2013

I would look for a vacuum leak it can cause both your symptoms.

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