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how do i clean my idle valve on my vectra 2.0litre 16v ecotec?

i am being told that the problem with my car cutting out is the idle valve. can anyone tell me how to clean it as advised and will the engine management system need to be reset/adjusted. any help would be gratefully received.

m tomlinson
June 2006
log on to cavweb,detailed info and picturesfor cleaning the i.c.v.on 2lt ecotec in f.a.q. good luck

Rob
June 2006
Or just replace it as they arn't a lot of money second hand.
Kind Regards

Tristan Hanwell
June 2006
take it off and fill it with wd 40 let it stand then put it back i had the same problem with mine and thats all i did and its fine now.....

bob
June 2006

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