I have a 1985 Volkswagen gti. When at a stop or idle have to keep out revved up or else it dies.

1985 VOLKSWAGEN GTI
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BRIANNALEE79
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Installed new fuel pumps. It also sometimes won't start when warm.
Apr 18, 2012 at 3:27 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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check for vacuum leaks and check the idle air control solenoid.
Apr 18, 2012 at 5:10 PM
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