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vincentfuchs5

Adam Engine Stalling

My 2019 Vauxhall Adam with a gasoline engine is throwing a fit. 48122 km on the clock. The check engine light's on, and the error memory's full. The engine stalls when idling. I'm thinking it might be the idle air control valve, but I'm not sure where to start. Any ideas?

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klaushimmel3

I also have a Vauxhall Adam, and experienced similar issues. It sounds like the intake is heavily contaminated. You might want to check your throttle body as a first step.

vincentfuchs5 (Author)

When you say 'similar issues', did yours also include the engine stalling? And how bad was the contamination in your case?

klaushimmel3

Yes, the engine stalling at idle was the symptom that I was seeing. If the intake is heavily contaminated, it's best to bring your car to a workshop.

vincentfuchs5 (Author)

Okay, sounds like I'm beat. Thanks for the tip, I'll take it to the shop. Turns out the idle air control valve was indeed faulty, and the intake was a mess. Cost me 425€ to get it sorted, but at least she's running smooth again!

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