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1990 W124 idles very high - adjust how?

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Old May 28, 2012 | 09:28 PM
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Exclamation 1990 W124 idles very high - adjust how?

This had been intermittent idle speed problem , ranging from 600 - 1500 (it would oscillate) but now has settled out at 2000 RPM. I need to set a the correct spec which is what, about 700 rpm or so? How is this done please?

Could this be vacuum problem or fuel air mix? I don't understand this system yet. Can anyone assist please?
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Old May 28, 2012 | 09:41 PM
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First of all you have to check for vaccum leaks, before getting into anything else. Common place is under the throttle body. It cracks from heat
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Old May 28, 2012 | 09:47 PM
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this car is new to me. How do I identify the vacuum lines? Is there a schematic or something else on line? I'm familiar with common rubber vacuum lines, but see a lot of thin plastic hoses/tubes on the engine. Suggestions?
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