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What causes a high idle on a 2002 Chevy Malibu?

Tiny
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  • 2002 CHEVROLET MALIBU
  • 92,000 MILES
After driving on the highway for an hour or so the cars rpm's stay at 2000+. When I try to bring the car to a stop it will not decelerate stays idling at 2000 rpm's have to turn it off in gear and restart to some times fix the problem.
Monday, January 16th, 2012 AT 7:34 AM

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Tiny
FIXITMR
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Hello,

This sounds like you are having an issue with the IAC valve which I would replace here is a guide to help you with diagrams below to help you see what it will be like for your car.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-idle-speed-control-motor-iac

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers
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Monday, January 16th, 2012 AT 8:37 AM
Tiny
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Thank you this worked perfect. I love this site.
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Monday, January 16th, 2012 AT 8:40 AM

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