High RPM's when first starting in the morning

2008 FORD KA
50,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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TYLACODY
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When I start my car in the morning the RPM's go sky high as if the choke is sticking on. is there any way I can fix this? Tried kicking it off but no joy.
Dec 3, 2020 at 10:30 PM
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DANNY L
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Hello, I'm Danny.

I sounds like you might be having an issue with the idle air control valve. Here is a tutorial showing what is involved:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-idles-too-high

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/idle-air-control-valve-service

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-idle-speed-control-motor-iac

I can attach you a picture of its exact location if you get back to us with your Ford model. We don't have any information on a Ford KA. Hope this helps and thanks for using 2CarPros.
Dec 4, 2020 at 7:56 AM
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