Stuck Idle Air Compensator May Cause Too High/Too Low RPM on Mercedes-Benz 420SEL

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025
Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

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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Mercedes-Benz 420SEL vehicles with this problem

Average mileage: 137,903 miles
(58,000 - 210,000)

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