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We have a 1987 Ford Econoline RV ... It starts fine but will only idle for 20-30 seconds.. When we put it in drive it sputters and quits... It also sputters and quits while idling...

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Can you pump the gas pedal or spray carb cleaner into the throttle body to keep it running ?
Have you checked fuel pressure with a gauge ?

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  • Posted on Nov 25, 2008

SOURCE: 1999 Olds Intrigue (3.5 L

crankcase sensor, located behind starter on 3.5

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  • Posted on Jul 20, 2009

SOURCE: Car starts at high idle for a few seconds, When

change the throtle air idle valve.There a common fault with the fords.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jul 26, 2009

SOURCE: 1987 ford ranger idled too high

Try lubricating the throttle body cable , sounds like it is sticking.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Oct 29, 2009

SOURCE: rough idle hesitating at idle drives fine i

check plugs, wires, and coils for proper spark.

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