Why won't my vibe Idle?

[dremd]

2005 Pontiac Vibe Recent collision damage; Runs fine with throttle; but unfortunately it attempts to idle at 300 rpm and just will not stay running at that speed; any ideas?

No codes on ScanGauge II

Battery is currently very low; charging at 25 amps now

Fuel was super low; now 1/2 tank


Any and all Ideas very welcome; I'm flying out to the left coast tomorrow and would really like to have the car on the road before I leave.

[RH77]

The batt is likely the culprit -- not enough juice to idle fully.

Have you driven it very far in an attempt to charge it? I would take it to a big-box auto parts store for a free charging system analysis (Auto Zone, Advance Auto, etc.)

Best of Luck...

RH77

[dremd]

fixed now pinched pcv hose on back of head will post more later driving and posting makes for bad mpg

[Red]

I'd also check the IAC to see if its gummed up or something

[dremd]

just got back from mall warts in the vibe no issues.
Basically all that happened was I pinched a pcv line under the engine cover during my hasty re asymbley.

Looks like I may make it to the monteray Italian meet this weekend :-)

[RH77]

Good stuff! Glad to hear it was an inexpensive fix and not the batt or alternator...

Enjoy your trip

RH77

[dremd]

I just realized that in my haste I also forgot to thank everyone.

Thanks for the quick replies!