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Concern about engine idle when I start the car
Posted: Mon Oct 28, 2002 1:40 am
by R@@MPID
When I start my Vibe.....and lately its been cold 10c the engine revs to about 2000 and after a couple of mins. drop to around 850.has anyone had the same problem or should go visit my dealer?Thanks
Re: Concern about engine idle when I start the car (R@@MPID)
Posted: Mon Oct 28, 2002 2:17 am
by NSimkins
It's not a problem. Normal operation for these engines. See:
http://forums.genvibe.com/zerothread?id ... d=1238Mine idles that way initially when the engine is cold and will remain there for a certain period of time, depending on the outside temperature.
Re: Concern about engine idle when I start the car (NSimkins)
Posted: Mon Oct 28, 2002 5:11 am
by R@@MPID
thanks for the help.....I just found it wierd because my sunfire never did this (2.2 liter).but now i won't worry so much about because i'm not alone
Re: Concern about engine idle when I start the car (R@@MPID)
Posted: Mon Oct 28, 2002 5:17 am
by NSimkins
quote:thanks for the help.....I just found it wierd because my sunfire never did this (2.2 liter).My 2001 Cavalier Z-24 (2.4 liter) didn't either.. but it's an entirely different engine than the Vibe.quote:but now i won't worry so much about because i'm not aloneBetter to ask here than waste your time at the dealer, unless necessary.
Re: Concern about engine idle when I start the car (R@@MPID)
Posted: Mon Oct 28, 2002 6:26 am
by cohocarl
Don't be concerned, mine does the same also.