2005 Chevrolet Cobalt Car Will Idle Coming Stop Runs Fine Starts Every Time

2005 CHEVROLET COBALT
90,000 MILES
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My car will not idle when coming to a stop . It runs fine and starts every time. However the lights dim when it dies. I have replaced the starter, alternator and battery.
Nov 29, 2012 at 11:35 PM
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try cleaning the throttle plate with choke cleaner on both sides first they get gummy. then clean your battery terminals.
Nov 30, 2012 at 7:10 AM
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