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Old 07-04-2009, 09:58 AM   #5 (permalink)
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Yeah, I've run about three compression tests, three out of four cylinders are operating at good levels, but one is around 85-90 PSI. Don't think it's a bad ring, because there haven't been any smoking issues or hesitation.
Bingo. You may have some valve damage, or you just REALLY need to get it adjusted.

My guess is that you have a bent valve causing your idle problems, but there are many different things it could be.

CEL= Check Engine Light
fitv= Fast Idle Thermo Valve

Check this out to see if it helps you diagnose the problem:

Idle Problems - Look Here First
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