2001 Volkswagen Passat Just Started Idle High Nuetral While Red Lights 5 Speed

2001 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
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My passat just started to idle high in nuetral while at red lights, 5 speed lots of recent work, but check engine light has been on forever but until this the car has been running great. waiting to hear from mechanic, I don't know what part he is looking at but brand new costs 675. 00 any ideas.
Oct 24, 2012 at 4:34 AM
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RASMATAZ
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If you're within the US, go to the nearest Autozone and get it scanned for free-Then comeback with the code/s if any present-This is you starting point to fix your problem-
Oct 24, 2012 at 4:39 AM
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EXOVCDS
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What makes you question your Mechanics findings / diagnosis? Have you been to his shop before?

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Oct 24, 2012 at 4:59 AM
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I would be checking the IAC system and also check for vacuum leaks.
Oct 24, 2012 at 10:32 AM
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