Smcelroy Posted September 12, 2012 Share Posted September 12, 2012 Yesterday after about a 45 minute highway drive I made a quick stop at the bank. I got there shut my car off for no more than 5 minutes. When I attempted to start it, it wouldn't turn over unless I pumped the gas pedal. Even after I got it started it wouldn't remain running unless I kept the motor at 1000 rpm. Even then Every time I took my foot off the gas the rpm would drop below 500 and the engine shut down. I finally got home by keeping my foot on the gas and dropping the car into neutral at stops, it finally maintained the idol of about 750rpm after about 3 miles of driving. This happens to me a couple of times per month, does any one have an idea of what the problem could be? Thanks I really appreciate the help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xeryon Posted September 13, 2012 Share Posted September 13, 2012 Is your check engine light on before, during or after this happens? If so you need to get the car to a location that can read the code and report back to us what it says. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smcelroy Posted September 13, 2012 Author Share Posted September 13, 2012 The check engine light doesn't come on. It's almost like the engine isn't getting fuel, it primarily happens when I take a short drive or after a long drive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smcelroy Posted September 13, 2012 Author Share Posted September 13, 2012 it will crank but I have to step on the gas for it to start, when I start it like that it will not stay running once I take my foot off the gas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xeryon Posted September 13, 2012 Share Posted September 13, 2012 It sounds like it could be a problem with IACV, Idle Air Control Valve. This little guy controls your cars base engine speed. Where exactly it is on your exact car I cannot say, but it will be attached to the throttle body or the intake manifold. Often there is buildup inside which causes incorrect readings. Failing that your EGR is a next step. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smcelroy Posted September 13, 2012 Author Share Posted September 13, 2012 Thanks I will check that out! I really appreciate the help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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