engine high idle speed?

1997 MITSUBISHI GALANT
89,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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DAVEMC123
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Hi this is my mothers car, since she bought it she has a problem with the idle speed. i have changed the clutch, air flow sensor, throttle body, idle control valve, air recirculation valve, the only thing i haven't changed is the ecu!!! is there anything else i could be missing?????
May 12, 2010 at 6:17 AM
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CHIRAG_NINE
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Hi, I got 2002 galant LS 2.4L!

I also changed the air flow sensor and air control valve. doesnt seem to idle to car. RPM is @1400 while parked. and during drive its @700 and when i start A/C RPM drops as well. Service engine light is also on. dont know what to replace!

I was wondering if you got it fixed.
Aug 2, 2010 at 4:13 AM
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It sounds like the throttle cable needs to be adjusted, here is a guide to help and instructions below for the adjustment.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-idles-too-high

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