Q: Why is my 2004 Audi A4 hitting 2500 rpms parked? It also is stalling a bit while driving. I just took it to shop and got a brand n

asked by on October 02, 2017

My car is basically accelerating on its own only while in park. It hits 2500 rnps sometimes up to 4000 rpms. I just took it to the shop and they replaced my throttle and throttle sensor. What can it be? Help.

My car has 123000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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