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Old Jul 15, 2005 | 05:53 PM
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Can idle RPMs be adjusted?

My '03 Expedition has always idled a bit high to me. Is this adjustable?
 
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Old Jul 15, 2005 | 06:44 PM
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What are the idle RPM's?
 
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Old Jul 19, 2005 | 11:48 AM
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Currenlty my Expedition idles about 1000 rpm or so when stopped at a light witht the brakes on. I was wondering if it is possible to have this adjusted to a slightly lower level so it doesn't move so fast after releasing the brake.
 
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Old Jul 19, 2005 | 01:00 PM
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Supposedly, idle speed is governed by the engine's computer. Unlike the good/bad old days of carburetors, there's no provision for a mechanical adjustment of idle speed. You may have a mechanical issue such as a malfunctioning IAC (Idle Air Control) solenoid or a bad throttle position sensor. Wonder if a little carbon build up might be keeping the throttle plate from completely closing at idle?
 
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Old Jul 19, 2005 | 03:20 PM
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Thanks for the informative reply. I will take a look at cleaning the IAC as well.
 
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