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Old Aug 9, 2014 | 05:00 PM
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I drive a 2003 Ford F150 Supercrew with a 4.6 Engine. I have never had any issues with the truck until now. When I make a complete stop the engine dies. I have to try to get it going again and keep it going so that I may continue my commute. Please help me if any of you have had this problem as to what could be causing it. Thanks.
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Old Aug 9, 2014 | 05:21 PM
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Now I can't even get it to stay started. I turn the key and soon after it cranks it will die.
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Old Aug 9, 2014 | 06:46 PM
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Will it stay going if you give it gas
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Old Aug 9, 2014 | 06:51 PM
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Yes. As long as I keep my foot on the accelerator it will stay going.
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Old Aug 9, 2014 | 07:03 PM
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IAC valve.
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Old Aug 9, 2014 | 07:18 PM
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Is the IAC hard to get to?
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Old Aug 9, 2014 | 07:56 PM
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No, it's on the throttle body, two bolts holds it on.
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Old Aug 9, 2014 | 08:14 PM
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Yeah mine went out last year, it's a easy fix
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Old Aug 9, 2014 | 08:19 PM
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Is the IAC hard to get to?
No. Easy peazy on the 4.6. Top of the throttle body with the electrical connector attached to it.
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Old Aug 9, 2014 | 08:24 PM
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Awesome. I'm getting the part right now. I love easy repairs.
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