Q: Engine accelerating on its own.

asked by on July 16, 2016

5.7 liter 97 sierra. Accelerating on its own. Maintains speed at around 62 kmh.wont rev down when breaking at stops. Maintains an RPM around 12-1300 No cruise control. Changed IAC Valve and TPS valve.responds a little better, but still does same thing.

My car has 182000 miles.

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