Rough idle then smooths out

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Asked by Palmettofarmer Aug 13, 2015 at 02:58 PM about the 1999 GMC Sierra 2500 2 Dr SL 4WD Standard Cab LB HD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Thanks for any help.
I have a 1999 GMC Sierra SLT 2500 4X4 6.0
Gas engine.
When cranking I get a really rough idle to
almost shutting off. After 3-4 min, the
engine will go back to perfect idle.  I
replaced the fuel filter yesterday but it didn't
help this problem.  I installed a new fuel
pump 18 months ago. Service engine light
is on but according to Advance Auto, there
are no codes. Please help!

3 Answers

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Clean throttle body and clean or replace Idle Air Control valve or mass air flow sensor depending on which one you have replace fuel filter if have not done soon a while. As fas as the check engine light make sure the gas cap is on tight or may need replacing.

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