1989 Mercedes Benz 300ce idol

1989 MERCEDES BENZ 300CE
130 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DENNBUD
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When I start the car from cold.I have to warm it up by holding the gas pedal to higher rpm's for about 4 minutes or it runs really rough or dies, after it warms up it runs a little rough but it doesnt die,SOMETIMES after it warms up it runs as smooth as glass??? [img:0bffa7b072]http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/582726_DSCN0351_1.jpg[/img:0bffa7b072]
Oct 13, 2010 at 8:12 AM
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MERLIN2021
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Generally it's a temperature sensor issue, Can be called ECT(engine coolant temp) or CTS(coolant temp sensor).
Oct 13, 2010 at 4:26 PM
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