If you notice an idle speed that rises and falls, capture the exact conditions instead of relying on “it happens sometimes.” Note whether it happens cold, warm, with the A/C on, or after selecting Drive. Save the date, mileage, and any warning message.
Repeatable notes help a technician reproduce the concern and distinguish a one-off event from a pattern. Check for intake leaks, a sticky throttle path, and recent work around the air duct.
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