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1995 Ford F-150 Repair Question


Topics covered: Coolant, Engine, Sensor.
Mileage: 150,000 miles.

Asked on February 11, 2012

How to fix a idle problem

I have a 95 f150 4x4 5.0 when i start it when its cold outside itll start fine and accelerate high for about 10 seconds but then die down immediately almost stalling ive changed the iac valve but ill the same issue where should i go next ? i was thinking the coolant temp sensor
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Replied on February 11, 2012

Check for vacuum leaks.

Tiny Answered by Jacobandnickolas (expert)
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Replied on February 11, 2012

CAN THE COOLANT TEMP SENSOR TELL THE COMPUTER THE ENGINE IS WARMED UP BECAUSE THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL TURN ON RIGHT WHEN THE IDLE DROPS

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Replied on February 11, 2012

Have you checked for trouble codes?

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Replied on February 11, 2012

no i havent where can i get that done on a 95

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Replied on February 11, 2012

95 should be an OBD2 system. Most parts stores will do it for free.

Tiny Answered by Jacobandnickolas (expert)
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Replied on February 11, 2012

Thanks a lot ill see what I can do and let you know I appreciate your feedback

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Replied on February 11, 2012

This is an OBD1 system and you are going to need a professional scan tool for this one.

Tiny Answered by Wrenchtech (expert)
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