M reg Ford Escort

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MASHEDASH
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Returned from holiday to find my car wont start. Tried to jump and bump start, will start the car as long as i maintain revs- the car stalls if i allow it to idol. I have been advised that it the idol speed control valve, although im not sure how to adjust it- any ideas?Ash
Jan 5, 2006 at 1:09 AM

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Diagnostic guidance. Suggested checks and possible repairs are separate from the owner's reported results.

Identify the exact engine and fuel system before following an idle-control procedure. Have the stalling diagnosed rather than treating the suggestions as confirmed failures.

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Source: This question and its visible discussion. The roadmap distinguishes the original owner's reports from other participants' experiences; proposed follow-up is editorial guidance, not a confirmed diagnosis.

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PLHOUGHT
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Had a similar problem with an old taurus. Went to the dealer and they installed a new TPS (Throttle Position Sensor???) Valve. Seemed to help very well! No idea how to install somthing like that myself.

Patrick
Jan 5, 2006 at 3:24 AM
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BRETT ANDERSON
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What year is it. carb or injection? if it is injected it may be the idle air bypass valve. if you can locate it sometime tapping on it will open it . however it will still need to be replaced .
Jan 5, 2006 at 6:39 AM
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SMOKINFLOYD4.3
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sometimes you can clean the IAC with throttle body cleaner, then use a light lubrication on it.
Jan 5, 2006 at 9:58 AM
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MASHEDASH
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cheers for the advice guys, unfortunately my knowledge of the motor vehicle doesnt span that far, so i am going to invest in a replacement haynes manual and attempt so repairs, i will let you know how it goes and if all else fails, the escort will be heading for the car doctors! cheers ash
Jan 9, 2006 at 8:50 AM
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Just out of interest Patrick, how much did the work cost if you can remember- parts etc?
Jan 9, 2006 at 8:52 AM

Discussion summary

M reg Ford Escort

After a holiday, an M-registration Ford Escort would run only while the owner maintained engine speed and stalled at idle. Replies suggested idle-air-control or throttle-position faults. The owner planned to obtain a manual and possibly take the car to a shop.

Reported outcome: No inspection findings or repair result were reported.

A throttle-position repair on another owner's Taurus does not identify this Escort's fault. Proposed tapping, cleaning and lubrication are not a verified procedure for it.

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