AboutDennis W Expertise I am a retired Ford master tech specializing in electrical, climate control, emissions, driveability, chassis, brakes, and any light repairs. Currently employed by an independent shop that appreciates my knowledge and abilities.
Cannot answer transmission or parts questions, these are not areas of my expertise.
Experience 32 years of auto repair, diagnosis, and emissions testing, in service staions, independent garages, and 20 years with Ford dealers.
Organizations National Street Rod Association (NSRA)
International Automotive Technicians Network (IATN)
www.blueovaltechs.com
IAMAW (retired)
National Street Rod Association
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Education/Credentials Riverside City College Automotive technology program
Ford Master Tech Certified Engine and Chassis Master (Over 500 hours)
ASE Certified in 7 categories
6 years training in Union 76 Pro-tech program
Awards and Honors 4-time Technician of the Year at Almaden Lincoln Mercury
Ford Master Tech
Union 76 Pro-tech Master tech
Question Dennis I own a 1988 ford van and it currently has an extremely high idle and I would like to know what are some things I could do to fix this problem without spending extra money. I am very comfortable around car and would appreciate any advice you could give me
Answer It helps a lot if you include the engine in your question. Look for anything that would cause unmetered air entering the intake, even a broken or cracker air duct house. The v8s were common for vaccum leaks at the throttle body and intake plenum, some even the egr will leak. Check the idle control vlave for sticking, especially when cold.
