1997 Kia Sportage Would Make Engine Races Rev First Starts Traveling About 40

1997 KIA SPORTAGE
119,000 MILES
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What would make the engine races/rev when it first starts and if I am traveling at about 40 mph?
Oct 26, 2012 at 9:47 AM
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A faulty IAC or vacuum leakages are th most common causes. If the Malfunction Indicator Light is showing, retrieve the trouble codes and let us know what it is.
Oct 26, 2012 at 10:15 AM
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