What Causes the Slight Fluctuation of the Tachometer at Idle?
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When the engine is cold, slight fluctuations in the tachometer at idle may be due to carbon buildup in the intake system. When the engine is warm, it could be caused by a leaking exhaust valve. Below is detailed information on the possible causes of slight tachometer fluctuations at idle: Introduction: When the engine is cold, slight fluctuations in the idle needle may be due to carbon buildup in the intake system. Generally, it's necessary to check whether there is excessive carbon buildup in the throttle body, whether the idle valve and fuel pump are damaged. When the engine is warm, slight fluctuations in the idle needle could be caused by a leaking exhaust valve, poor sealing of the throttle body, or abnormal spark plugs and cylinder pressure. This situation often occurs when the engine is unstable, with misfires in one or multiple cylinders. It is recommended to first check whether the spark plugs and throttle body are functioning normally before proceeding with cleaning. Precautions: Slight fluctuations in the car's idle needle are normal. Typically, engine speed is not finely controlled, so idle speed is not a fixed value. Owners need not worry excessively. However, if the fluctuation is significant and accompanied by engine shaking, there may likely be an issue.
