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Dec 5, 2005 | 09:40 AM

Caldwell F150

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1996 Escort

I normally post questions here for my 1982 F150, but I figured all of the good information I get here for my truck I could ask a question about my 1996 Ford Escort. My idle has been really rough lately and this morning my check engine light came on. To top it off whenever I slow down to stop the car dies and I have to restart. Where should I start? Could it be a sensor, vacuum hose etc..? I know this is the FTE website, but it is a Ford. let me know if there is a more suitable website or forum. Thanks

Dec 5, 2005 | 05:33 PM

ericsmith32

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Check your IAC, Idle Air Control. It either needs to be replaced or cleaned if your lucky.

Dec 6, 2005 | 11:17 AM

Caldwell F150

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Where is it and what does it look like? I assume it is an expensive part by the way you said "if your lucky.

Dec 6, 2005 | 01:35 PM

ericsmith32

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According to repair manual I have the IAC is on top of the throttle body. There's no easy way to describe it, but if you go to Advanced Auto's website they will have a picture. It's a common part that's goes on Fords. It's not cheap but then again it isn't to bad.