1999 Ford F-250 sticky idle kick down

1999 FORD F-250
104,000 MILES • 5.4L • V8 • 4WD • MANUAL
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KURT6161
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Ive heard throttle body may be gummy, is there anything that can be done without replacement , ie fuel treatment ect...
Apr 12, 2015 at 4:06 PM
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ED-WEEZY21
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They sell throttle body cleaner at any parts stores. Just remove the intake tube from the throttle body, then spray the cleaner where the plate is and use a rag to wipe it clean. Vehicle may have a hard time starting the first time depending on how much you used. Good luck.
Apr 12, 2015 at 4:35 PM
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