the car is accelerated

1990 CADILLAC DEVILLE
203,000 MILES
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ROBERT/ANTON
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as i'm driving i take the foot from the accelerate but car keps going, it doesn't feel is the pedal that gets stock, but what keeps the car in minimun, i went to advance autoparts and they told is either the trottle orthe idle speed regulator, can you help me?. thank you.
Sep 11, 2011 at 6:53 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If the check engine light isn't on, that makes it tough. It could be a throttle position sensor or idle air control valve, but without a check engine light, it becomes a guessing game. I would recommend starting simple. Check for vacuum leaks and then check the items I mentioned.
Sep 11, 2011 at 9:24 PM
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