the car surges when started and will not idle right

Asked by vetteman82 Aug 06, 2007 at 09:46 PM about the 1982 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe RWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

it starts and stopes when given gas

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dvigano answered 16 years ago

Hi vetteman82, Below is a short list of items that could be causing your surge/idle problem. Replace the fuel filter; Adjust fuel pressure regulator; Adjust ignition timing (if possible); Replace cap and rotor (if exists); Clean or replace fuel injectors; Check or replace O2 sensor(s). Good luck!

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bonali answered 9 years ago

HAVE REMAINDER OF GAS TANK FILLED WITH HIGH OCTANE FUEL. REPLACE FUEL FILTER. CHECK PLUGS AND WIRES. CHECK FOR ANY VACUUM LEAKS.

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