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idle probs

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Hiya, my 2001 fiesta recently had a service now when idling it slightly stutters (for want of a better word), was fine before the service. It's not a big problem at the moment, but would like to sort prob before it gets any worse. Many thanks.

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    Hiya, my 2001 fiesta recently had a service now when idling it slightly stutters (for want of a better word), was fine before the service. It's not a big problem at the moment, but would like to sort prob before it gets any worse. Many thanks.

    Anyone, no

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    Sorry Quark, I havent a clue what goes on under the bonnet! :lol: Hopefully someone will come along and help you. And welcome to the forum :)

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    Sorry Quark, I havent a clue what goes on under the bonnet! :lol: Hopefully someone will come along and help you. And welcome to the forum :)

    much appreciated.

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    Are the revs low? It may be the throttle body needs cleaned?

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    Are the revs low? It may be the throttle body needs cleaned?

    Nice blast of redex works wonders . Full bottle in 1/2 tank and drive like you stole it . Cleans all the gunk out

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    Hello, revs seem ok, although no counter, will put some of that redex stuff in even if it does'nt cure it, will only benefit. Before a routine service everything was alright now this, would it be a good idea to remove plugs and check gap and if the plugs are not manufacturers recommendation, change them. Kind regards.

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