1999 Other Oldsmobile Models stalling at idle speed

1999 OLDSMOBILE
13,400 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JFRANKS
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my 1999 silhouette stalls at idle speed. It happens primarily when the car is first started. I have new plugs and wires within the last 12 months. Runs great at highway sppeds. any ideas?
Jul 14, 2008 at 8:08 AM
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2CARPRO JACK
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Tryu cleaning out the throttle bore and th eidle speed motor with carb cleaner and a rag, this should help stabilize the idle
Jul 14, 2008 at 8:17 AM
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