Engine won't idle down

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RSW
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I have just purchased a 2007 Mazda (FORD Ranger) b2300 truck.

4 cyl 2.3 l
5 speed
700 miles
2wd
std cab

My problem is the engine won't idle down when revved up for approx 3- 3 seconds. The engine won't idle down between shifts or when I let off the gas. The dealership says this is normal, I don't think so.

Any help would be appreciated.
Jun 2, 2007 at 6:11 PM
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RSW
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forgot to mention this truck has factory air
Jun 2, 2007 at 6:15 PM
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98RANGERXLT
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I would bring it up to the dealer.
Jun 2, 2007 at 6:31 PM
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RSW
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The dealership says it is normal thats why I have posted the question here

R
Jun 3, 2007 at 3:20 AM
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RUDPRO
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I checked customer reviews for your vehicle and didn't find the same complaint. One complained about rough idle and another complained about slow throttle response. I checked Technical Service Bulletins and didn't find one either. Your truck is new so it's hard to find similar problems with other owners. With that said, in my opinion, that is not supposed to happen. If it takes a full 3 seconds to come down that is a problem. Do you mean that when you push in the clutch pedal the engine stays at whatever rpm's it was at for 3 seconds? First, I would call another Ford dealer and describe your problem, without saying you already talked to another dealer and see what they say. Then either take it to that dealer if they say they'll take a look at it or go to the original dealer and raise some hell.
Jun 3, 2007 at 7:35 AM
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RSW
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Thanx for the advise i was thinking of doing that.

Will let you know what happens.

R
Jun 3, 2007 at 10:17 AM
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