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Stalls while driving

Tiny
KATHY BRACISCO
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  • 2008 HONDA FIT
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 84,000 MILES
I commute about 70 miles, one way, 4-5 days per week. I dirve the car hard (2500-3000 rpm).
I've had to warm the car for about 2-5 minutes after the car has been sitting in the morning and evening.
Sometime, just applying the gas will stop any stall after putting the car into gear. Most times, the car stalls when turning or pulling to a stop sign. I will have to retart the car usually 2-3 times before I'm able to drive without further issue. Also, the exhaust smells like gasolline. No other odors or sounds.
Dealer revved the motor while starting and said there was nothing wrong; this is how you should start your car. I disagree and need this taken care of.
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Sunday, September 19th, 2010 AT 11:39 AM

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Tiny
KHLOW2008
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Hi Kathy,

What is the idling speed when starting from cold?
What is the idling speed after warming up?

Seems the idling speed is too low causing the stalling and difficult starting.
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Sunday, September 19th, 2010 AT 12:31 PM
Tiny
KATHY BRACISCO
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I will review tomorrow and advise.
Thank you.
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Sunday, September 19th, 2010 AT 5:47 PM
Tiny
KATHY BRACISCO
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It's a day later than I said, but I wanted to be sure I made several attempts.
Monday morning: I was in a hurry and neglected to view the idling speed.
Monday evening: Idling speed at startup: 1500 rpm
Speed at warmup and go: 1000 rpm
Time: 3 minutes; weather warm; 85ish
No sputtering or stalling issues.

Tuesday morning: Idling speed at startup: 1300 rpm
Speed at warmup and go: 900 rpm
Time: 4 minutes; weather cool; 56ish
No sputtering or stalling issues.

Tuesday evening: Idling speed at startup: 1200 rpm
Speed at warmup and go: 800 rpm
Time: 4 minutes; weather warm; 80ish
Car felt very "rocky" while idling for first minute of startup. Near stall at stop light about a 1/4 mile away, but no further stall issues.

Monday's operation seemed closer to what I expect, minus the need for warmup.

Thank you.
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Tuesday, September 21st, 2010 AT 11:49 PM
Tiny
KHLOW2008
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The start up and warmed up idling speed seems to indicate the idling speed is ok but for Tuesday the rpm dropped to 5-6 indicates it is lower than expected.

Get the valve clearance adjusted, Throttle Body and Idle Air Control valve cleaned and retest.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/idle-air-control-valve-service

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Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010 AT 9:26 AM
Tiny
ROLY1951
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When I started it and still cold I want to move it the engine died, I mean the light on the desk indicate the motor is still cold, after it will hot nothing more happened, could you please give to me any suggestion about what is happened and what could I do to solve the problem, thanks in advance for your time
I'll be so happy if you help me to solve this problem
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Sunday, August 25th, 2019 AT 12:53 PM (Merged)
Tiny
DRCRANKNWRENCH
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It sounds like the Idle Air Control Valve, IACV. This keeps the car from stalling when cold and regulates idle under engine load.
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Sunday, August 25th, 2019 AT 12:53 PM (Merged)
Tiny
BONALEMONG
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  • 2001 HONDA FIT
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Fuel Supply Seems to be cutting to the engine. Can It be the Fuel Filter?
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Sunday, August 25th, 2019 AT 12:53 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Check fuel pressure with al gauge auto parts rent it.
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Sunday, August 25th, 2019 AT 12:53 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Thanks again I highly appreciate.
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