Notices
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks 1987 - 1996 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350 and larger pickups - including the 1997 heavy-duty F250/F350+ trucks

iac valve

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old May 25, 2011 | 11:57 AM
  #1  
perryau1996's Avatar
perryau1996
Thread Starter
|
Mountain Pass
15 Year Member
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 124
Likes: 0
iac valve

I have a 96 with a 5.8. I accidentally broke the black cap off the side of my idle air control valve. It's a little cap on the side that was covering a small hole. It seems to run fine without the cap. Should I plug it, let it ride, or get a new one?
 
Reply
Old May 25, 2011 | 12:10 PM
  #2  
Duct Tape Racing's Avatar
Duct Tape Racing
Elder User
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 960
Likes: 3
From: Saint Charles, Missouri
You definatel want that fixed and plugged in. If you can fix it, go for it as longas its not gonna fall right apart. If its beyond fix, go get a new one, theyre around $45-$50 at the LPS
 
Reply
Old May 25, 2011 | 12:14 PM
  #3  
perryau1996's Avatar
perryau1996
Thread Starter
|
Mountain Pass
15 Year Member
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 124
Likes: 0
Hey thanks for reply. The sensor is plugged in and seems to be functioning fine. I do need that little hole plugged though correct? Not sure I understand. Thanks
 
Reply
Old May 25, 2011 | 12:58 PM
  #4  
Duct Tape Racing's Avatar
Duct Tape Racing
Elder User
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 960
Likes: 3
From: Saint Charles, Missouri
What hole are u referring to?
 
Reply
Old May 25, 2011 | 01:50 PM
  #5  
perryau1996's Avatar
perryau1996
Thread Starter
|
Mountain Pass
15 Year Member
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 124
Likes: 0
There is a small round black plastic cap on the side.Actually it's on top when the iac mounted on the engine. The plastic cap broke off and exposed a machined hole. Hey I ended up making my own engine coolant housing out of plumbing fittings to get me by unitl I get to the junk yard. Were you the guy that responded last week about that?
 
Reply
Old May 25, 2011 | 02:47 PM
  #6  
Duct Tape Racing's Avatar
Duct Tape Racing
Elder User
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 960
Likes: 3
From: Saint Charles, Missouri
Nope not me.

But my philosophy is: if it breaks and you rig it to work, its just fine. But, even though it may work, your gonna want to take it back to origional
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
LARIAT 85
1980 - 1986 Bullnose F100, F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
3
Nov 16, 2013 11:47 AM
scotty8812
1997 - 2003 F150
1
Mar 27, 2009 08:55 PM
86stepsideF150
Small Block V8 (221, 260, 289, 5.0/302, 5.8/351W)
14
Apr 28, 2008 01:47 AM
dtkkc
Big Block V8 - 385 Series (6.1/370, 7.0/429, 7.5/460)
3
Apr 10, 2006 05:42 PM
superstar
1997 - 2006 Expedition & Navigator
5
Jul 25, 2005 01:16 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 03:30 AM.

story-0
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-1
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-3
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-8
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-9
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE