87 jetta rough idle

1987 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
162,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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got an 87 jetta that idle's rough but is fine under acceleration?
Jul 23, 2011 at 8:50 PM
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1.Defective spark plugs
2.Inadequate spark/coil,defective spark plug wire.
3.Lack of compression
4.False air leakage.
5.Faulty fuel injectors.
6.Insufficient fuel pressure.
7.Contaminated fuel.
8.EGR valve that is leaking.
9.Oxygen sensors.
10.Throttle position sensor.
11.Manifold absolute pressure sensor
12.Mass Airflow Sensor
13.Idle air control valve
Jul 23, 2011 at 9:24 PM