2001 Ford Explorer Idle

Tiny
BHALO65
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  • 2001 FORD EXPLORER
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 103,000 MILES
My engine idle will not pick up when it is cold. It acts like there is no choke. It does not want to keep running very well when cold.
Tuesday, March 10th, 2009 AT 6:45 PM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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  • 75,992 POSTS
Check the coolant temperature sensor/idle air control valve/motor, throttle position sensor to include the MAF sensor
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Tuesday, March 10th, 2009 AT 6:51 PM
Tiny
BMRFIXIT
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Idle air control
check it
clean it and or replace it
check for any vacuum leaks
check intake manifold gasket
do a code scan
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Tuesday, March 10th, 2009 AT 6:54 PM

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