1997 Pontiac Grand Am specs on RPM

1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM
190,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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JMARTI025
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what is the specs for the RPM's at idle for a pontiac grand am? My car idles at about 800 RPM. And how do I adjust it to about 1000 RPM
Feb 9, 2010 at 5:20 PM
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MMPRINCE4000
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Idle is not adjustable, mechanically.

Remove and clean IAC (idle air control valve).

Did you have a recent backfire, which may have bent the throttle plate?

You should also remove and clean the throttle body, deposits can form inside causing idle problems.
Feb 12, 2010 at 9:14 AM
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