Explorer won't start unless pedal depressed

[duponts]

I own a 2000 Ford Explorer XLT, the truck won't start unless the accelerator pedal is to the floor (won't start otherewise) and shuts off once I take my foot off the gas (if I keep my foot on the gas works fine). Any suggestions on what may be causing this? Fuel regulator/ fuel pump possibly?

Thanks

 

[Robert]

idle air control (IAC) valve

 

[jasonb]

takes a few seconds to replace and i agree with robert.

do it yourself replacement unless its under warranty!

 

[aldive]

Sounds like Robert made the correct call' I agree.

 

[duponts]

Thanks for your help guys - I took the truck to Ford and they diagnosed it as the IAC valve (still under extended warranty until 100K so it was covered -had the rear wiper motor replaced while I was at it)