I have a 2000 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer edition I recently had the motor replaced and Its has a problem starting in the morning it starts and then cuts off without idling or anything I've changed the idle control valve and changed spark plugs and and wire keep in mind once I put it in drive And take off and it runs for about a mile its fines for the rest of the day can anyone help me figure out what the problem is I want to get it fixed ASAP cause I know if the car is not warm I could blow a gasket which is what happenedlaast time so thanks

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it's probably one of the coils , I'd buy one and try replacing one of the two there ! , let me know how ya make out !

SOURCE: fine idle on startup can stall when warm

change your oxygen sensor thet is whyoillight lights on

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you need to have the engine coolant switch checked,since the computer relies solely on sensors,the ect tells the computer how cold or hot it is so the computer will make it a rich or lean mixture to start the engine,if it tells the computer that it is 75 degrees the computer will lean the mixture like starting a car in the winter without a choke.

Jta91

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• Posted on Jan 28, 2010

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Sounds like you are pretty knowledgeable with the maintenance. With that said do you know if the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECTS) has been replaced? I'd put that at the TOP of the list of parts to replace next. If it hasn't been replaced it is the cause of a lot of problems.

The factory one is plastic and cracks. When it cracks it sends the PCM a signal that the engine is -40F below zero. The PCM will compensate by dumping A LOT of fuel into the engine to try and warm it up. It will cause all kinds of starting and idling problems.

Autozone or the dealer sells the better brass tipped one. The ECTS is located just under and behind the upper radiator hose. You'll need to remove the air intake tubing to see it or get to it. It has two wires going to it and goes into a connector. Squeeze the connector at the "ears" and it will come off. A 10MM DEEP well socket will take it out. Swap it quickly because some coolant will come out (a couple of ounces). Hand tighten it and snug it with the socket (not too much because it will strip out). Connector back on (either direction it's non polar). Put the intake back on and enjoy better starting and idling.

Testimonial: "thank you very much. youve been most helpful and i will let you know how it works out for me as soon as i replace the ects"

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sounds like a vacuum intake leak..check a those little tubes for cracks and security. also check your transmission levels, this will sometimes cause a surging problem while driving..if all this checks good then it might be dirty or clogged injectors..purchase a can of Sea Foam from Autozone $10 pour in 1/2 can to half tank of gas and drive around for thirty minutes..highway driving preferred, and see if that will clean up the fuel system.Can i get some feedback, thanks