Really high idle?

1995 PONTIAC FIREBIRD
126 MILES • 3.4L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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Firebird idles at1800 rpm I changed iac and tps and cleaned throttle no ai leaks can anyone help
Apr 8, 2026 at 12:10 PM
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The first thing I would do is check the floor mate on the drivers side. Next, I would disconnect the throttle cable. If this does not make difference check the EGR valve for internal leakage, here is a video to help.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqUCbbKdWf4

Also, please go over this guide as well

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-idles-too-high

Please upload a short video in your response of the problem, so I can see what's going on :) Ken

Apr 9, 2026 at 6:41 AM
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