Q: Rev to start and keep above 2000 rpms when idling to avoid stalling

asked by on February 27, 2017

I have to Rev to start and keep above 2000 rpms to avoid stalling while at idle and occasional smell

My car has 190000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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