1999 Ford Escort Idle Speed

1999 FORD ESCORT
84,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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DAVEGC
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The idle speed is too slow and at idle the car shakes like a dog trying to pass peach pits. Speeding it up slightly with the foot feed smooths it out. Is it possible to adjust the idle speed or is it computer controlled? If adjustable, where at?
Jan 15, 2010 at 2:20 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Clean out the idle air control valve and EGR valve and see what happens
Jan 15, 2010 at 8:45 PM
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