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Old Jun 9, 2005 | 12:24 PM
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still a rough idle

I have cleaned the IAC and replaced the MAF and I am still have a very rough idle now what I have is a 98' 4x4 4.0L explorer can anyone suggest anything else the IAC seemd to be working and as I said before that MAF is new as of today any idead guys

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Old Jun 9, 2005 | 04:47 PM
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Have you checked for vacuum leaks, pulled any codes?
 
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Old Jun 10, 2005 | 10:05 AM
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no leaks and no codes have come out of it yet any other ideas
 
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Old Jun 10, 2005 | 12:01 PM
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Put a vacuum gauge on it and see if that gives you any clues.

Are you up to date wth the routine maintenance items as shown in your owners manual.

Take a look at the spark plugs, they should all be a nice light brown in color.
 
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Old Jun 10, 2005 | 12:29 PM
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thanks I will take a peak
 
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Old Jun 10, 2005 | 01:32 PM
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If you are going to do the plugs, you might want to consider replacing the wires, depending on how many miles are on them. Also, easiest way to do the passenger side plugs is thru the wheel well.
 
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I am going to check the plugs alothough the were just replaced less than 10,000 miles ago

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