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Absolutely - a clogged air filter can cause a car to idle poorly. You could also get poor gas economy and high emissions. Also, if the computer were not able to compensate for the high fuel mixture, you could set a code and/or destroy your catalytic converter.
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Why does my 87' Honda CRX die at stops and low idle?
Your 1987 Honda CRX might die at stops and have a low idle because of clogged fuel injectors or a clogged fuel filter. Sometimes a clogged air filter will also cause these problems.
Would a clogged fuel filter cause rough idle only when stopped.?
It is possible. Replace the filter and see if the symptoms disappear.
Will bad fuel pump cause severe engine shake from idle to redline?
A weak pump or partially clogged fuel filter can cause this.
What causes 1.9 tdi to hunt at idle?
A 1.9 TDI can hum at idle if the spark plugs foul. A clogged fuel filter can also cause this issue.
Why is my oil pressure light going on at idle on my Oldsmobile alero?
The oil pressure is dropping at this time. A clogged oil filter, clogged oil pump screen or failing oil pump can be the cause.
What would cause a rough idle on a 1994 silverado 5.7?
Clogged fuel filter Failing fuel pump Dirty plugs Failing plug wires Dirty Air Filter
I have a Bad idle in my 1990 Taurus?
If you have a bad idle in your 1990 Taurus, you may have gotten bad gas. You might also have clogged fuel injectors, a clogged fuel filter, or water in the gas.
What would cause a rough idle Snowblower The engine seems like it wants to shut-off. I adjust the choke but it still struggles?
Possible causes: faulty spark plug; dirty or clogged fuel filter; dirty or clogged air filter; carburetor needs adjustment.
Why does engine stall at idle?
Check the air filter is not clogged. Get a garage to read the fault codes and fix it.
What can cause a 1989 gmc sierra 2wd 305 to idle great for a few minutes after start then begin idling very poorly after a while and eventually die constantly at idlepsit is not an idle sensor?
have u check the gas filter
What causes a Mitsubishi Galant to idle rough for the first 10 minutes it is running and then run fine after that?
A clogged fuel filter can cause a Mitsubishi Galant to idle rough for the first 10 minutes it is running and then it runs fine after that. A fouled spark plug can also cause this issue.
How do do fix a car with code P0506?
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