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Question posted by ozjulhale on July 26th, 2013

Idle Rough At Startup

when starting up, eng idles a little rough trying to stall. If i give it some gas it then ildes fine. this only happens at any first startup

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Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 137

... position when driving. 4. Make sure all occupants buckle their proper usage, refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to operate while the engine is set. 137 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Before...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 139

... curb 1 2. If the engine still fails to start , turn the key to the floor and try again. Cold weather starting (flexible fuel vehicles only) As the outside temperature... Driving Starting the engine 1. Excessive cranking could cause immediate explosive damage to 4 (START), then release the key as soon as starter damage may experience increased cranking times, rough idle or ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 140

...ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time, open the windows at least three hours before starting and heater/defroster performance. Use of... vehicle immediately. To reduce the risk of an engine block heater is present in starting the vehicle. Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is strongly recommended if you live ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 211

... Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) - - + + 211 After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. Roadside Emergencies 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle's battery.
Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 238

... solution of acid solution. Because your vehicle's engine is installed, the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. When ... the battery to flow through the vent caps, resulting in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 238 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 244

... this is running or hot. 244 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) The vehicle will run rough. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be able to maintain high speed operation and the...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 249

Unleaded Gasoline engines If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problems during a cold start -up with the outside temperature above 27° C (80° F), the idle should improve within 10 to 30 seconds. FFV engine (if equipped) Your FFV will operate well on the inside of your fuel filler door. If ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 254

You can start a fire. 254 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA ...or other dry ground cover. The scheduled maintenance items listed in your vehicle in performance and durability. Do not park, idle, or drive your Scheduled Maintenance Guide performed according to its emissions system. Your fuel economy may vary depending upon the method...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 256

...vehicle to the description in stop-and-go, city-type traffic with at least four idle periods. Maintenance and Specifications Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing In some localities, it may...power steering fluid. If the vehicle's powertrain system or its normal operating temperature. Once started, do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle. The engine must warm...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 257

... checking the level until it reaches the correct operating range. Turn the engine off. 4. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 3. Do not add fluid if the level is ... of the normal area between the MIN and MAX lines. Be sure to add fluid. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine coolant temperature...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 289

... ...159, 167, 171 Dual automatic temperature control (DATC) ...32 E Electronic message center ...66 Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ...206 Emergency Flashers ...185 Emission control system ...254 Engine ...280 cleaning ...223 coolant ...239 fail-safe coolant ...243 idle speed control ...237 289 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish) - Page 463

... steering wheel. 3. Warning lights illuminated. Key position when driving. 4. For more information on safety belts and their safety belts. Before starting the vehicle: 1. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to operate while the engine is set. 137 Make sure all electrical circuits operational. OFF/LOCK, shuts off...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish) - Page 465

... approaches freezing, ethanol fuel distributors should experience cold weather starting fluid such as starter damage may experience increased cranking times, rough idle or hesitation until the key turns freely. Turn the key to 3 (ON) without 3 turning the key to OFF and wait 30 seconds before trying again. Such fluid could damage the starter. Excessive...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish) - Page 466

...which aids in starting the vehicle. Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is present in the night before starting the vehicle. When the engine starts, release the key... with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. Driving If the engine fails to start , repeat Step 1. Press and hold down the accelerator 1/3 to 1/2 way to avoid its...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish) - Page 537

Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle's battery. Roadside Emergencies 4. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. - - + + 211
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish) - Page 564

.... To begin this process: 1. Also, make sure it is installed, the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for a minimum of baking soda and water. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. For...acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 238 Put the gearshift lever in personal injury and/or damage to the battery terminals....
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish) - Page 570

..., therefore: 1. Remember that the engine is not possible, wait a short period for the vehicle to be re-started. When fail-safe mode is running or hot. 244 If this occurs the vehicle will run rough. Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be taken to a service facility. 3. Check the coolant level...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish) - Page 575

... Guide for the engine type identifier (8th character). Unleaded Gasoline engines If you are experiencing a rough or rolling idle after refueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from OFF to ON several times after start , try a different brand of "Regular" unleaded gasoline. If you operate your vehicle 50% or more information...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish) - Page 580

...sure that the catalytic converter and other dry ground cover. Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other emission control components continue ..., you will enable your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with applicable exhaust emission standards. You can start a fire. 254 These numbers represent the Range of operation and conditions. The emission system heats up ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish) - Page 582

...engine until the above driving cycle. If adding fluid is complete. Refer to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle is necessary, use only MERCON௡ ATF. • 4.0L ... minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as described below: • First, at least four idle periods.

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