1998 GMC C1500 idles high then shuts off

1998 GMC C1500
240,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • MANUAL
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MYTOYS69
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turns on ides high and then you have to hold the gas down a lil to keep it running let go of gas n it dies
Dec 9, 2009 at 9:08 PM
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DR LOOT
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It sounds like you had a vacuum leak, check all your hoses, make sure they are in good condition.
Dec 13, 2009 at 12:05 PM
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