Starting and running issues

1996 SATURN SW1

118,000 MILES • 1.9L • 3 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC

PATRICK 123

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my car has trouble starting, but with a little flutter on gas pedal it starts up. chokes up while in idle, chokes at times when i have foot on the gas, started to shut off when i come to stops at times.

Aug 27, 2019 at 9:18 AM

SCGRANTURISMO

✓Experienced Mechanic
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Hello,

This could be a problem with your vehicle's Idle Air Control Valve (IAC). This is the valve that allows air to bypass your closed throttle plate when the vehicle is at idle. In the diagrams down below I have included a factory description of the IAC's operation, as well as instructions for the removal and installation of the IAC. Please look over these guides and get back to us with what you are able to find out.

Thanks,
Alex
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