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Old Mar 8, 2004 | 02:19 AM
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'97 Explorer has idle problem

I have been having a problem everytime I start up my explorer. The truck jumps from 1500 RPMS to around 400 RPMS and almost stalls. If I put it into reverse and try to pull out it does stall, but if I wait a few minutes it runs normal. I have replaced the throttle positioning sensor and the idle air control valve, but the problem still persist. Does anyone know what I should looks for next? Should I just wait a few hundred miles to see if the computer adjust? Or could it be that I appear to have a wiring problem. (fuse #26 keeps blowing) this controls the rear defrost, over drive, DRL, awd. Could that somehow be the problem. Please help!
 
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Old Mar 8, 2004 | 09:21 AM
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Its the Lower Intake Manifold gaskets. A very common problem on the SOHC motor.
 
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Old Mar 8, 2004 | 12:43 PM
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I appreciate the info. How hard will be to replace? I know the part "intake manifold set" is only $15.00 but is the job going rough?
 
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Old Mar 8, 2004 | 03:01 PM
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Search this site, there are write-ups on it I believe.
 
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