Engine puttering/low rpm

2007 MITSUBISHI GALANT
170,000 MILES • 4.7L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ACORTEZ1090
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Really low rpm's. like it shakes the car. It seems to drive fine. Just when I’m going slow or stopped the rpm's are really low when I’m not pushing on the gas. If I’m pushing on the gas it’s fine. Just when I’m not.
Jun 18, 2019 at 10:51 AM
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STRAILER
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Hello,

It sounds like the throttle bore is dirty and needs to be cleaned. here is a guide to help you:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service

Please run down this guide and report back.
Jun 20, 2019 at 6:49 AM
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