Idle surge after remote start

2009 CHEVROLET COLORADO
140,000 MILES • 3.7L • 5 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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SEWELL16
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I have a remote start for my truck and during the first few minutes, the engine's idle seems to kind of surge up every couple seconds. It stops after 5 or so minutes but it doesn't seem right. I've never had a remote start on a vehicle and this is my first Chevrolet. it doesn't seem to hurt anything but it is a bit concerning.
May 26, 2020 at 12:23 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good evening,

If you do use the remote option, do you still have the issue?

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-misfires-or-runs-rough

Are there any codes set in the engine system?

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

How long since the engine had a good old fashion tune up?

Roy
May 26, 2020 at 3:04 PM
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