1998 Ford Ranger engine idle

1998 FORD RANGER
256,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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NMICHAUD
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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
Jan 21, 2008 at 2:08 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Try cleaning out the throttle plate, check the idle air control valve/speed motor and throttle position sensor.
Jan 21, 2008 at 3:22 PM
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