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Report: Debris in Idle Air Control Valve May Cause Engine Problems

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Model Years Affected: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001

Engine Affected: 3.0L V6

Average Mileage: 163,611 mi (142,000 mi - 180,000 mi)

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Debris can get into the idle air control valve. This will restrict the air flow into the engine, causing idle speed and/or stalling when cold. The valve can be cleaned or replaced to correct this concern.

  • Visitor, 2001 Toyota Avalon, 3.0L V6, 175,000 mi

    It is very intermittent on low idle and dies. Haven't solved yet been living with problem for several months.

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  • 4Wolfman, 2000 Toyota Avalon, 3.0L V6, 180,000 mi
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    Idle was erratic, sometimes racing, sometimes it wouldn't idle without pressing throttle. Had mechanic clean the IAC valve and fixed the problem.

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  • Visitor, 2001 Toyota Avalon, 3.0L V6, 157,444 mi

    Car started, but stalled immediately revs dropped very low. Replaced ICV ($400 plus labor) and car is fine.

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  • Visitor, 1999 Toyota Avalon, 3.0L V6

    80% of the time my care idles low are dies, have to double peddle to go.

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