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

engine idle

Old Sep 28, 2012 | 08:41 PM
  #1  
bikerbutcher's Avatar
bikerbutcher
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 4
Likes: 0
engine idle

Hey guys, I have just gotten a 1988 3/4 ton f250 and on start up it will idle at 800 rpm but will jump to 1900 rpm and repeat then drop down to 800 or so rpms. Its seems to have a mind of its own. After driving 100 or so miles it still does this up and down thing with the rpms. Looked at the throttle linkage and when it jumps up to 1900rpms there is no throttle monement...any ideas where to start looking?? Thanks in advance.....
 

Last edited by bikerbutcher; Sep 29, 2012 at 06:20 PM. Reason: Problem has changed
Reply
Old Sep 30, 2012 | 02:35 AM
  #2  
TexasGuy001's Avatar
TexasGuy001
Hotshot
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Liked
Joined: Sep 2001
Posts: 11,958
Likes: 228
I suspect the IAC valve. Its located on the side of the throttle body.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
sandymane
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
322
Mar 24, 2017 07:36 PM
Dustin1690
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
3
Aug 14, 2011 03:51 PM
cprdnick
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
4
Aug 24, 2008 09:51 AM
grankel
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
5
Apr 22, 2008 07:50 AM
4radiokid
1978 - 1996 Big Bronco
1
Oct 1, 2006 09:36 PM


Thread Tools
Search this Thread

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 08:38 PM.

story-0
5 BEST / 5 WORST Ford Daily Drivers of the 21st Century

Slideshow: The 5 best and 5 worst Ford daily drivers of the 21st century.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-23 08:55:01


VIEW MORE
story-1
10 Fords to Drive Before You Die

Slideshow: 10 Fords to drive before you die.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-22 14:29:44


VIEW MORE
story-2
3 Best / Worst Features Of The 2025+ Ford Expedition

The latest Expedition is quite popular, but it certainly isn't perfect.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-22 14:23:19


VIEW MORE
story-3
10 Ways Ford is LOSING to the Competition

Slideshow: 10 ways Ford is losing to the competition

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-15 09:52:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
Top 6 Best Deals Available on New Fords & Lincolns Right Now

Some great targets in today's expensive world.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-15 09:35:19


VIEW MORE
story-5
This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

Slideshow: The VelociRaptor Expedition gains a lift, upgraded suspension, Brembo brakes, and trail-ready equipment while retaining the stock 440-horsepower EcoBoost V6.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-12 11:01:55


VIEW MORE
story-6
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-7
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-8
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-9
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