cold idle

2001 FORD CROWN VICTORIA
190,000 MILES • V8 • AUTOMATIC
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PAULNORRIS72
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2001 Ford Crown Victoria idles slow, rough and stalls when cold. What could be wrong?
Dec 31, 2010 at 1:13 AM
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WAY2OLD
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There is a good possibility the Idle Air Control valve is starting to fail causing your symptoms.
Dec 31, 2010 at 8:21 PM
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WAY2OLD
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It is possible the Idle Air Control valve is starting to fail or is really dirty. This will cause your symptoms.
Dec 31, 2010 at 8:29 PM
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WAY2OLD
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Not a very good picture, but it will help some.
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Dec 31, 2010 at 8:31 PM