Altima 99: Engine idles unevenly and vibrates.

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FUULHOUSE
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My engine revolution is uneven, fluctuates between 900-1000rpm when starting from a cold temperature. when its temperature is higher, maybe after driving around for sometimes, it starts and stalls. also, when on idle, it vibrates. OBD-2 scanner returned MAP sensor and Throttle position sensor problem. I ve replaced the throttle position sensor but it still does that. I did not replace the MAP because I dont its location and becos I read that most times, the MAP malfunctions because the throttle is bad.
I will appreciate any help on the MAP location and any other help to solve this. thanks
Aug 8, 2012 at 8:46 AM
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SATURNTECH9
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Please post the exact code numbers not code descriptions.That will make it a lot easier to help you.
Aug 8, 2012 at 8:49 AM
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the codes from OBD-2 scanner are p0120 - Throttle position sensor, p0105 - MAP circuit malfunction, p0443 - Evaporative Emission control system purge control valve circuit. I ve taken the car to my mechanic who said the MAP sensor is ok. But it still does that. I need to add that the car surges forward when changing from Gear 1 to 2. Thanks
Aug 9, 2012 at 6:48 AM
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SATURNTECH9
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So does your scan tool read live data?
Aug 10, 2012 at 4:10 PM
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I am not sure. But I ll check it. what should I look for?
Aug 15, 2012 at 6:36 AM
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SATURNTECH9
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See what the tps sensor reads while at idle?
Aug 15, 2012 at 9:32 AM
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While at Idle, the tps read 0%, while i accelarated with the gear position in park, the tps still read 0%. Intake MAP showed 1kPA. Thanks
Aug 22, 2012 at 5:27 AM
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