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Old Jul 12, 2008 | 08:15 PM
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I have 1996 ford explorer with ovh engine. just replaced heads do to a crack head. had it at the local for dealer due to the the engine not ideling good. they said the computer was trying learning the new parts. It's been 8 weeks and its not changed. The truck runs fine other than the idel. It has 150000 miles on it, but didn't act like this till I replace the heads. Could it be the timing chain or is this not worth fighting. This seem to be a good engine, good power, no oil usage,no leaks, good compression, any help would be great. Andy
 
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Old Jul 12, 2008 | 11:39 PM
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What do you mean by won't idle? surging? low idle? high idle? Clean your maf sensor, and check for contaminants.
 
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Old Jul 13, 2008 | 12:41 AM
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also the IAC vave could be gummed up or disconnected.
 
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the engine is surging.
 
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Old Jul 13, 2008 | 09:48 AM
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Which engine do you have? The 4.0 V6, or the 5.0 V8?
 
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Old Jul 13, 2008 | 12:42 PM
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4.0 OHV V6 with auto. trans.
 
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