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Old Sep 24, 2003 | 09:47 AM
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cold start engine surge

ok, i replaced the TPS, cleaned the IAC, and i am getting a surge from 350-1300 rpm after starting my f-250 cold.
after its driven about 3-4 minutes, the surging goes away, but i still have a rough idle.
the guy i bought it from suggested it has a "breather tube" that has a hole in it on the back of the motor...but i'll be damed if i can see one back there, nor have i ever heard of one, let alone if it has a hole.
might he ba talking about the EGR tube on the front?
that looks to be in good condition.

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Old Sep 24, 2003 | 10:27 AM
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cold start engine surge

Have you pulled the codes yet, or just replace parts? I would pull the codes, then reset the computer(disconnect battery for 4-6 hours) and the drive the truck again and pull the codes once again. If the computer wasn't reset after getting some codes, it will still think there is a problem. If there are any codes, it can lead you in the right direction.

Good luck and keep us posted.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2003 | 09:49 PM
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Old Sep 25, 2003 | 05:25 AM
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no codes are stored, so i guess i'll deal with it for the mean time.

thanks T.
 
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