starting up

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loadlugger
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starting up

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When starting from cold I have to give the engine a couple of revs or it cuts out,but seems ok when its hot.any ideas,car is 1.8 petrol 1997.
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lozz
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Re: starting up

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Try cleaning the ICV.
loadlugger
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Re: starting up

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Yeah that did cross my mind lozz,but car ticks over great,so not really sure.also there is a hesitation when accelerating and don't know if its related.
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Re: starting up

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it only takes 5 mins to remove and clean, (carb cleaner or brake cleaner)
Might not be that but well worth a try,
loadlugger
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Re: starting up

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Ok bud,that's tomorrows job then. :P
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