My car is idling to high?

Tiny
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  • 2008 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER
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My car is idling to much, why is it idling to much? Usually it would idle at 1500 rpms, and now it's idling at 2000rpms.
Saturday, February 28th, 2015 AT 1:58 PM

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Tiny
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Idling too fast is typical of a vacuum leak or the throttle body needs to be serviced.. Start by checking the vacuum hoses for cracks and leaks.

This guide will go over the causes and repair for a high engine idle condition

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-idles-too-high

Is the check engine light on if so we will need the code to help fix it.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Please go over these guides and get back to us.
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