Hi this is my first post.
I have a 1997 Ford Explorer.4wd. It has been running really rough.
4 liter 6 Cylinder.4wd.I am expecting an IAC Valve issue. I was think that the belt might also be causing the problem. I purchased a belt from a store, and with cursing and swearing. I got it on right.
The first time it had popped right off. The second time I put it back on, It didn't seem to be tense enough for all the parts to spin.
I drove the truck out, about 2 blocks. The steering was ok, as long as i didn't drive too slow. It had some issues with turning, as it felt as if the power-steering had been coming on and off. Another post in the fordtrucks forum suggested that there might be air in the lines because of turning the wheel when the pump ins't running.
The engine is running with bad idling like a diesel. I took it apart this morning, and not having driven anywhere, I am not sure if the steering is any better. It is stil running rough. Is the fact that I put the belt on when its cold have anything to do with it?
Would driving it around for a time help?? I am worried that I will get the truck so far ad not be able to get home
The other part is, is what is enough tension? I pulled it the tension back to tight, and did up the bolt to tighten it down. But when i restarted it, it seemed to be running rough as well.
I tested the IAC valve, and I am getting voltage to it, as well as a resistance.I haven't had time to pull it apart as I haven much warm weather to work with. So it could the fact that there is crap in the little valve area. But haven't gotten there yet.
Chris.