2001 Explorer won't idle

[DucksRule]

My Explorer will start when I turn the key, but won't hold an idle. The problem has gotten progressively worse, as at first I could hold the accelerator down until the engine warmed up, and eventually the idle would kick in. Now, I can drive it if I use the brake to slow and the accelerator to hold RPM's, but the engine won't idle on its own.

Any suggestions? I'm guessing it's a sensor, but hoping there's a mechanical fix.

Thanks in advance.

 

[Turdle]

Try this-

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=84220&highlight=IAC+valve

 

[d.grover]

it could be the air motor, mine went bad and it idled high 89$ fixed it

 

[DucksRule]

Thanks for the reply

The dealer replaced the solenoid yesterday. I probably got hosed, but at least it fixed the problem.

DR