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Old Jan 26, 2004 | 09:48 PM
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real high idle on startup

Greetings, my '87 Ranger STX screams to about 2,500 - 3,000 rpm when started. It does this when cold and after being totally warmed up. After a few seconds the idle drops to normal. I replaced the IAC, TPS, and looked for a vacuum leak. Still the same. Anybody have any ideas?
Engine is a 2.9, manual 5-speed, 193,000 miles on it.
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Old Jan 27, 2004 | 03:37 PM
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Welcome to FTE!!

Have you tried pulling the codes? I have the procedure in the tech info post if you need it.
 
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Old Jan 27, 2004 | 05:39 PM
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Reprogram Computer ?? After you replaced mentioned parts ??
 
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Old Jan 27, 2004 | 08:50 PM
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Thanks for the replies. I didn't realize the computer had to be reprogramed. It won't relearn itself?
 
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Old Jan 28, 2004 | 12:42 PM
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For what you spent on the TPS that you did'nt need you could have bought a code scanner. Hook it up & 2 minutes later it will spit out any codes. VERY SIMPLE. Or do as Ken sez to pull the codes.
 
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Old Jan 28, 2004 | 03:11 PM
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Its best to reset the computer by disconnecting the neg cable for 15 minutes, youo don't reprogram. It will relearn but it takes time and you may think you still have a problem.
 
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Old Jan 28, 2004 | 08:36 PM
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Thanks for the info.
 
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