1997 Ford Crown Victoria start up idle

1997 FORD CROWN VICTORIA
54,000 MILES • V8 • AUTOMATIC
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GENOHASS
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when start up occurs the idle speed sounds high and I don't know where to adjust if it is possible. I've never owned a fuel injected vehicle before.
Aug 4, 2014 at 3:57 AM
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HMAC300
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you can't adjust it, try cleaning the throttle plate on both sides an diac hole with choke cleaner then check for vacuum leaks.
Aug 4, 2014 at 5:50 AM
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GENOHASS
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Thank you for your expedient response, having looked under the hood I understand your answer!
Aug 4, 2014 at 7:45 AM
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