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1998 Ford Ranger engine idle

Tiny
NMICHAUD
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  • 1998 FORD RANGER
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • MANUAL
  • 256,000 MILES
My truck at some times idles at 3000 rpm when I push the clutch in while going down the road but when I come to a complete stop the idle goes down to 1000 rpm what could cause this
Monday, January 21st, 2008 AT 2:08 PM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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Try cleaning out the throttle plate, check the idle air control valve/speed motor and throttle position sensor.
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Monday, January 21st, 2008 AT 3:22 PM

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