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What causes a Ford Expedition to idle rough?

What causes a Ford Expedition to idle rough?

It sure did when the old phaser was failing, then it threw the timing chain through the passenger side valve cover. It would idle rough, but once it got above 2000 rpm it would smooth out. Now it won’t even get above 2k rpm in gear, just wants to die.

Why does my Ford Expedition want to die?

Now it won’t even get above 2k rpm in gear, just wants to die. If it runs fine when cold, then it has not jumped timing. Water + PCM is not a good thing and will lead to many weird codes and drivability issues, so fix that first and see what it does after.

What happens when PCM fails on Ford Expedition?

If one has failed, then it may work fine when locked but when it’s unlocked it’ll fall to either fully retarded or advanced and then throw a code. Either way, get the PCM dried up and see what it does when that is OK. The following was copied from the service manual.

When did I replace the oil pump on my Ford Expedition?

Learn More. Discussion in ‘ 2nd Gen – 2003 – 2006 ‘ started by akorcovelos, Jan 4, 2016 . Just under 3k miles ago I replaced the entire timing system, cam sensors, VVT solonoids, plugs, oil pump, water pump, and one coil on our ’06 Expedetion.

It sure did when the old phaser was failing, then it threw the timing chain through the passenger side valve cover. It would idle rough, but once it got above 2000 rpm it would smooth out. Now it won’t even get above 2k rpm in gear, just wants to die.

When did I change oil on my Ford Expedition?

Just under 3k miles ago I replaced the entire timing system, cam sensors, VVT solonoids, plugs, oil pump, water pump, and one coil on our ’06 Expedetion. Changed oil with proper Motocraft oil and filter.

Are there Cam codes on a Ford Expedition?

I cleared the codes listed earlier and messed with it in the driveway for a bit, then rechecked. 5 codes, but now they are all missfire codes, no cam codes. The timing system is quiet as a mouse, no ticks or rattles, or chain slapping at all.

If one has failed, then it may work fine when locked but when it’s unlocked it’ll fall to either fully retarded or advanced and then throw a code. Either way, get the PCM dried up and see what it does when that is OK. The following was copied from the service manual.

Why does my Ford Triton engine keep idling?

Well, Ford says that the culprits are defective cam-timing solenoids. Solenoids that work properly help the engine operate at peak power and efficiency. But when something goes wrong and the camshaft timing goes bananas, you should expect lots of drivability issues and over-the-top levels of emissions and exhaust smoke.

Is it possible to find a misfire in a Ford?

It’s possible to find a misfire in your Ford, even if there is no check engine light. All you need is an OBDII scanner with Mode 6 function. It is a common situation. You’re driving your F150, F250, E150 van, or Expedition, etc and you can feel the engine skipping here and there.

Well, Ford says that the culprits are defective cam-timing solenoids. Solenoids that work properly help the engine operate at peak power and efficiency. But when something goes wrong and the camshaft timing goes bananas, you should expect lots of drivability issues and over-the-top levels of emissions and exhaust smoke.

Why is my Ford engine stumbling at idle?

Weak or worn spark plugs, weak coil, dirty injector, and so on. It can be issue with IAC ( idle air control valve) causing the problem. There are many other possibilities causing these idle issues. Engine idles rough. There are few help links with solutions to troubleshoot such idle issues.

When to seek help for a rough idle?

If you need further assistance with your engine running rough after 10 minutes of driving, then seek out a professional, such as one from Your Mechanic, to help you. The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our terms of service for more details

What’s the Cold idle RPM on a Ford?

Cold idle can be as high as 1500 RPM, but should lower to around 750 RPM for this vehicle once warmed up. This could be an air leak into the intake area of the engine; an auditory check…

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