F'in EGR...

[JHarris1385]

No its not real loose or loose at all. I just watned to tighten to make sure. I read on here somewhere if you engine sounds like diesel then its probably cuase of that nut being loose. And my engine for sure sounds diesel.

Also, where is the idle control valve?

My problems are takes a while to start but pumping the gas helps it.
Abnormal exhaust from tailpipe and car smells like gas.
Once started the RPMs bounce unless gas is pump to maintain a steady level.
Then after a few seconds the engine idels at 750rpm.

[Ruflyf]

the idle control valve is located on the throttle body. I cant remember which side its on, but its got a electrical plug that goes to it. Its best cleaned by removing it first.

[JHarris1385]

I dont know names of parts of an engine yet as I am just now learning where exactally is it and what does it look like and what should i use to clean it? Thanks

[Ldub]

I dont know names of parts of an engine yet as I am just now learning where exactally is it and what does it look like and what should i use to clean it? Thanks

Here's a good idea for you...
Download & burn the shop manual cd from Tone's site & familiarize yourself with all these thingies & doo-dads that are in resplendent profound abundance under the hood of your VX.
ORrrrr, order something from him & he'll likely as not, include one(pre-burndid) w/ your purchace!
I'm not trying to be a butt here, It would increase your learning curve of nomenclature of parts/ functions & also give you an idea of where they are located/ how they interact w/ other systems etc., etc., etc.
REALLY, I'm just trying to help.