02/20/2007
I am thankful for the vast experience the folks here. My 99 Sho is displaying unusual behavior. When it is idling it sometimes starts steadily increasing the RPM's. I have tried tapping the gas pedal to stop it. It is going to fast to put into gear so the only thing I can do is shut it off. I am not sure if it is happening while driving, a few times seemed like it might be.
The local mechanic thinks I have smoked too much weed but he has not seen it yet.
Any suggestions ?
Raymond Serra, CPA
Serra & Associates, LLC
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Article No.
00-3-5 |
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| Publication Date: JANUARY 31, 2000 | |
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FORD:
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1998-99 TAURUS SHO |
| 1998-2000 RANGER |
A high idle may occur on some vehicles. This may be caused by a poor electrical connection at the wire harness (-12B637-) to Throttle Position Sensor (TPS).
Splice into wire harness (-12B637-) just after the TPS with TPS Connector High Idle Service Kit. Refer to the following Service Procedure for details.
Verify the concern vehicle exhibits a "high idle" condition
when depressing the clutch or shifting between gears for the Ranger or when
shifting between Park and/or Neutral for Taurus SHO. If high idle condition
is not exhibited, proceed with other driveability diagnostic fix procedures.
If condition is present, obtain a High Idle Service Kit (XF1Z-15K607-AA) and
proceed by following the instructions found within the service kit.
| PART NUMBER | PART NAME |
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| XF1Z-15K607-AA | High Idle Service Kit |
NONE
Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage And Emission Warranty Coverage
| OPERATION | DESCRIPTION | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 000305A | Install High Idle Service Kit (Ranger) | 0.6 Hr. |
| 000305B | Install High Idle Service Kit (Taurus SHO) | 0.7 Hr. |