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1997 Ford Expedition

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cindy t, 5.4L V8, Beaufort, NC, December 28, 2009, 20:02

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when ever i get in to my truck to start it it seems like it will not idle right then give it just a little gas and it runs smooth and idles right have had new plugs put in please help me after it warms just a minute then it runs fine

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  Bret Bodas December 28, 2009, 21:48
  

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  Check for codes in the engine control module, check for vacuum leaks and check the fuel pressure.
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