1997 Ford Explorer Repair Question
Asked on September 4, 2007
1997 explorer xlt V-8 idles at 500 rpm
When i start it it starts then goes to 500 rpm or below then stalls out but then i start it again give it gas but then it goes back to 500 rpm then stalls again then i repeat by giving it gas till it warms up then i drive a mile or two then its good the rest of the day. What is the problem with it? And i have read forums about it and they say it happend to them and it the IAC or the camshaft sensor what should i do?
Asked by whitesa90Answer
Replied on September 4, 2007
Knowing the mileage would help, but try unplggin your MAF and going for a short drive....
Replied on September 5, 2007
Plenty of miles to ruin a MAF! Test it
Replied on October 18, 2007
Plenty of miles to ruin a MAF! Test it
How do you test a MAF?
Replied on October 21, 2007
You'll need a scantool you can monitor as you drive...here's the chart! Or just unplug and go for a short ride, if driveability improves, replace it!
