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Old 06-28-2008, 12:07 AM   #1 (permalink)
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2002 Avalon - Vapor Lock Problem

If my Avalon sits for a couple/several hours, it will turn over, start for 1 second and then die. The only way to 'revive' it is to unscrew the gas gap, screw back on, and start 3-4 times before it will run continously again. After that, no problem driving or stopping; keeps running fine.

Check engine light is now ON

Wanted to get opinion as to likely root cause. Digging around google:
1. Idle speed control valve?
2. other?

Appreciate comments and thanks
Kevin

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Old 06-29-2008, 12:10 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Problem solved--Carbon build-up on valve

...intake valve--i cleaned and voila! thx for your offer to assist.

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Kevin
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