Why won't my car idle?

Asked by Tamolitates67 May 24, 2020 at 01:05 PM about the 1974 Volkswagen Beetle Hatchback

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have a 1974 beetle and it wont stay at an idle. I turn it on and it will idle for
about 15 seconds then will cut off. I've tried adjusting the carb screws and I've
cleaned the injectors so I'm not sure whats wrong.

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