2004 Ford Ranger running ruff at higher rpms

2004 FORD RANGER
103,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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EARLMAN123
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it starts on the 1st time every time but when driven it will stall and if i let it sit for about 5 min. or so it will start and i can drive it. also while idle it will reach 3000rpms and start missing. i have replaced the fuel pump and the spark plug wires and also added fuel enjector cleaner to a tank full of gas. what else can i check. so far this has cost me over 500.00 and im really now wanting to spend alot more thank you for your help
May 10, 2010 at 10:20 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Has the check engine light come on? It sounds like a throttle positions sensor. Let me know. Also, have you checked for vacuum leaks?
May 11, 2010 at 4:16 AM
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