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Offline ianv5

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Erratic Idle
« on: February 11, 2012, 08:14:29 am »
I have noticed that my car has started to have an erratic idle? One minute 800rpm next it is 1200rpm.

I have done a search on the web and the probable cause could be the PCV see this guide:

 http://vagdrivers.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=40537. Anybody else think this is the problem.

 Also seems an easy fix!

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Re: Erratic Idle
« Reply #1 on: February 11, 2012, 09:29:31 am »
Yea most likely the pcv mate

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Re: Erratic Idle
« Reply #2 on: February 11, 2012, 09:53:49 am »

Pcv is a common issue Ian.  You'll find lots of info on oem revised Pcvs or aftermarket upgrades on here  :happy2:

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Re: Erratic Idle
« Reply #3 on: February 11, 2012, 03:30:29 pm »
I had a similar problem a while ago, it was the PCV, think it was about £35 from vw, easy to replace, if I can do it, anyone can :grin: