shuts off while idling

2004 GMC ENVOY
91,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CLMACK
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As long as I have my foot on the gas it will continue to run. If I come to a stop, it will stall and shut down. If I turn off the A/C it will start right up
Jun 11, 2010 at 12:30 PM
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RASMATAZ
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This is common when you have a vacuum leak or the throttle bore needs to be serviced here are three guides to go over when fixing the problem.

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

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/stall-at-idle

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-an-engine-vacuum-gauge

Please run down these guides and report back.
Jun 11, 2010 at 12:48 PM
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