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1988 Idle Surge

Discussion in '1st Gen 4Runners (1984-1989)' started by TacticalSoup, Aug 4, 2024.

  1. Aug 4, 2024 at 8:48 AM
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    TacticalSoup

    TacticalSoup [OP] New Member

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    I have a 1988 4runner with the v6. I had an idle surge on hot starts that would go away after a hard acceleration. After removing and cleaning the intake the idle surge now occurs anytime when the engine is warm. The odd part is after a long drive on the freeway it idles fine for a couple minutes. Ive played with the idle adjustment, idle air bypass, TPS, and listened for vacuum leaks. I'm at a loss for what could be my issue, EGR? O2 sensor? Magic? :goingcrazy: Any help would be appreciated!
     
  2. Aug 4, 2024 at 9:11 AM
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    Daddykool

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    Many years ago my 1988 (22R-E) had similar symptoms. If it's the same type airflow meter, squirting WD40 at the pivot points made it go away. Mine was just binding a little, apparently. It was an easy 'fix' that lasted for months at a time, so I never pursued it further.
     
  3. Sep 1, 2024 at 2:59 PM
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    TacticalSoup

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    Didn't work still have idle surge once its warm.
     
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