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Old May 8, 2010 | 08:43 AM
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I have a 2003 Lincoln Aviator with a 4.6 engine and when I start it up when it is cold the engine's rpm go very high. When the engine is warm it starts up normally and I was wondering if there is something wrong. The iac valve has been replaced and the truck has some vibration when I sit at a red light.
 
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Old May 8, 2010 | 04:21 PM
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How high is "very high"? It is normal for it to idle faster on a cold start.

If you have a vacuum leak or misfire though the PCM may command the IAC to increase the idle even further to prevent a stall.

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