2001 wont idle

2001 MITSUBISHI GALANT
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WESLEYBROCK
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Engine Mechanical problem
2001 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive
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my car will crank but wont run or idle unless the airconditioner is on....really confused about how to go about fixing whats wrong...
Aug 17, 2008 at 8:44 PM
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2CARPRO JACK
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Have the PCM scanned for codes. It may have a faulty Idle Air Control motor or circuit problem. When the A/C is on, the PCM ups the idle to compensate for the drag on the engine, if the IAC isnt working properly it may just let the car die
Aug 19, 2008 at 8:10 AM