206over revving and stalling

ian.denne · Unread post by **ian.denne** » 06 Nov 2008, 21:42

I have a T reg 206, I have a problem, usually when idling at lights etc. sometimes the revs shoot up to about 3000rpm and sometimes they drop right off and the engine stalls. This will happen for a couple of days and then not occur for two or three weeks. Has anyone got any ideas, I would be most grateful

Unread post by **CitroJim** » 08 Nov 2008, 10:36

What engine Ian?

I'm guessing a petrol. If so, the Idle Control Valve is the prime suspect. Have it off, clean it with carb cleaner and likely it'll behave itself then.

It may only be a short-term cure and a new one might be needed eventuallly.

ian.denne · Unread post by **ian.denne** » 08 Nov 2008, 16:38

Citrojim, thanks for the reply. It's a 1400 petrol. where do I find the Idle Control valve. I've had a chat with a mechanic at a garage and they have an identical car in at the moment with the same problem. Is this a common fault with this type of car? Regards

ian.denne · Unread post by **ian.denne** » 09 Nov 2008, 19:02

Problem seemed to escalate today, the engine went dead as I was travelling at 60mph. Had to dis-engage the clutch and re-engage to bump start it. Travelled about 50 miles since with no problems at all