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Re: 1997 Ford Explorer 4.0 Stalls when COLD
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 11/4/2002

I would look for coking in the throttle body first & also check the actual condition of the idle air control valve. Also, on a totally cold engine, with a scan tool hooked up, look at the MAT & ECT sensor readings. There should be NO more than 10 degrees diffe... Login to read more.