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Old May 2, 2011 | 12:57 AM
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Idle Speed?
Hi have a 2006 f150 XLT supercab, seems to be a little rough when at idle. Tach is reading 500rpm. is this correct seems to low. when slightly increased engine smooths right out.:
 
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Old May 2, 2011 | 11:27 AM
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It's probably time to pull the throttle body and clean it. Clean the MAF while you are at it.
 
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Old May 4, 2011 | 10:43 PM
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Thanks will give that a try.
What product should i use to clean MAF?
 
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Old May 5, 2011 | 07:38 AM
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Thanks will give that a try.
What product should i use to clean MAF?
http://www.crcindustries.com/auto/co....aspx?PN=05110 for example.
 
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Old May 5, 2011 | 11:25 AM
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thats what i use its good stuff. they sell it at most automotive stores
 
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Old May 7, 2011 | 02:33 AM
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Thanks again for info
 
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