revs up while braking

1976 BMW 2002
159,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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RCCARPET
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Revs up at stop while brake is engaged.
Nov 3, 2017 at 1:57 AM
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KHLOW2008
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This is a likely vacuum leakage problem.
Check for vacuum leakage at the brake booster and its hoses.
Nov 3, 2017 at 3:25 PM
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RCCARPET
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Thanks.
Nov 4, 2017 at 12:16 AM
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STRAILER
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Here is a test from a guide on the site that can help you see whats going on:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-an-engine-vacuum-gauge

and

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

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken
Nov 5, 2017 at 10:21 AM
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