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driving with headlights is a problem 700 1991

posted by  c_j_mooney on  Tue Nov 15 03:51 CST 2005
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In addition to the suggestion below, clean the throttle body and idle air control valve. See the 700/900 FAQs for that. Sounds like the IAC is sticking, or the throttle position switch is dirty/maladjusted, you're not getting the controlled airflow you need to maintain even idle speed so with the extra load from the alternator when the lights are on, it's not getting enough air to keep running. Should be a cheap ($5) fix, just need a can of TB cleaner and a TB gasket.
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Chris, Dartmouth NS Canada 70 M-B 280SE, 83 245DL, 84 244 turbo, 90 780 turbo, 92 VW Golf, 90 740 Rex/Regina






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