Idle Valve (16V)

[amalventano at sc.rr.com (Allyn)]

> With the key in the run position (but the engine not running) my idle
> valve runs for several seconds, then shuts off for a second, several more
> seconds, off for a second... a very deliberate pattern.  Is this normal or
> should it be vibrating consistently?

normal

> Finally, it should be noted that I have removed and cleaned the valve with
> a liberal dose of carb cleaner, and reattached the wiring with dielectric
> grease at the contacts.  I haven't had time since to run the car to temp
> and check the idle quality, however.  (Stupid job and chores...)

after doing that, if your problem is not solved, i would search elsewhere
(o2 sensor, fuel mixture, vacuum leaks, other loose elecrical connections,
etc).

hth
Al