I have the fuel injection GTX. 1.8.
At idle the engine appears to shudder quite badly. As soon as the car is given a little throttle it smooths out. What can be the reasons for this?
Edit: to add, this is in neutral only when the car is sat still. It vibrates.
Thanks
Shudder at idle
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Re: Shudder at idle
Increase the idle to at least 950rpm but I find mine runs better at 1000rpm especially in the winter months with extra electrical things on.
Idle screw at the back of the throttle body, 7mm spanner needed.
Brass screw at the top of this picture (throttle body is obviously not on the car)

Idle screw at the back of the throttle body, 7mm spanner needed.
Brass screw at the top of this picture (throttle body is obviously not on the car)

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Re: Shudder at idle
What petrol are you running on, super or normal unleaded?
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Re: Shudder at idle
I picked the car up on Wednesday but only yesterday did I go get some more fuel. I dropped in super unleaded, I certainly thought it ran better but still it vibrates on idle. Perhaps not so bad but I can't tell.mark1gls wrote:What petrol are you running on, super or normal unleaded?
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Re: Shudder at idle
Super unleaded is the best fuel to run on.
Check for front and rear engine mounts, I've gone through a few front mounts in my time, the rubber usually starts to split so you should be able see a failing mount.
Check for front and rear engine mounts, I've gone through a few front mounts in my time, the rubber usually starts to split so you should be able see a failing mount.
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