97 Explorer

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18 years ago

Mon, Dec 5, 2005 12:55 AM

My 97 Explorer will start right up and run for 5 -15 seconds and just die.It will start up again and the same thing will happen over and over again. Any ideas wouls be appreciated.6cyl ohc. thank You

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- Vic Klein
  
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18 years ago

Mon, Dec 5, 2005 11:34 AM

Will it keep running if you keep your foot on the accelerator? If so, it is probably the IAC (Idle Air Control) valve. Simple to change out and can often get a little life extension by removing and cleaning it.

=Vic= Bear Gap, PA

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18 years ago

Thu, Dec 8, 2005 9:03 PM

Thank you for your help. That was an easy fix.

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