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Old Jul 18, 2011 | 03:54 PM
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for the last 3 yrs when the out side temp gets below 50degrees my 2000 5.4f150 idles around 400 rpm in a loop cycle and some times kills .i replaced the air flow senser twice with not much results.mechanic can 't find any vacuum leaks, codes seem fine. Any body have a clue?
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Old Jul 19, 2011 | 08:16 AM
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I'm no mechanic, but did he check for the leaks in the cold or a nice and warm garage?
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Old Jul 19, 2011 | 09:42 AM
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Welcome to F150forum.com .. Lots of good guys and info here... Be sure to post some pics
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Old Jul 19, 2011 | 09:46 AM
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Moved to the appropriate section. You should get some better responses here.
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