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Report: Stuck Idle Air Compensator May Cause Too High/Too Low RPM

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Model Years Affected: 1990, 1991

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It is not uncommon for the idle air compensator to get stuck in one position, resulting in the engine idle speed (rpm) being too high or too low. Replacement of the failed compensator may be necessary to correct this concern.

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