2001 Exporer Not Starting

[homer37]

When I try to start it, it cranks no problem, and revs up to about 2000 RPM, then it dies. I try to start it again and it won't start unless I hit the gas pedal. But as soon as I let go of the gas pedal, it dies. Usually only does this after sitting for a while, but only after short trips. If the car fully warms up, then it sits for a while, its fine. Only after I take a short trip, then shut it off for a while, it has problems starting. Usually after trying to start it for 10 minutes or so, it works fine. Runs good once started, but starting it is tricky. Don't know much about this problem, but if anyone could give me any help, that would be great. I've taken it to a dealer, and they ran the engine diagnostic on it and have found no problem. THANK YOU!

 

[Billy177]

replace your idle air control valve

 

[X24]

I had to replace mine because it would stall while I was driving. If you can't get to the dealer today try taking it off and wiping it out with some Q-Tips. It should get you where you need to go, but will plug up again.