low idle

1989 SUBARU GL
4 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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BRAD 68
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i have a 89 subaru gl when i first start it it idles fine but when it warms up the revs drop to about 200rpm how do i idle it up?
Jan 10, 2011 at 1:16 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Use the idle speed adjustment screw to increase the idling rpm.
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Jan 14, 2011 at 8:06 AM
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BRAD 68
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thanx mate she now idles at 800rpm beautifully
Mar 20, 2011 at 8:11 PM
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KHLOW2008
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You're welcome.

Have a nice day.
Mar 21, 2011 at 7:26 AM
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