1997 Dodge Stratus Idle Drops

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NGRAJAL
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I have a 1997 Dodge Stratus ES v6 with 74000 miles. When ever I come to a stop or wait at a stop light my engine idle would drop and my car would want to turn off. When this happens I would put the car in neutral and the idle would adjust back to normal. I changed the spark plugs, cables, distributor cap, pvc, and had the fuel injection cleaned.

Is this a sign of a bad Idle Speed Control?
Feb 28, 2007 at 7:36 AM
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CHEVY22
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sounds like it and check all vacuum lines for leaking under the hood

thanks , jim

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Feb 28, 2007 at 7:46 AM

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Check the idle speed control and inspect all vacuum lines under the hood for leaks.

Conversation Summary

A 1997 Dodge Stratus ES V6 with 74,000 miles drops idle and nearly stalls at stops, then recovers when shifted to neutral. Spark plugs, cables, distributor cap, PCV valve, and fuel injection service did not fix it. The expert said it may be the idle speed control and advised checking all vacuum lines for leaks.

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