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				fast idle
			 
			
			All of a sudden, my 260e idles at 2000 rpm, cold or hot.  Performance is normal, except for that idle problem... Any ideas? | 
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				FAST IDLE
			 
			
			CHECK FOR VACUUM LEAKS , MAY BE DIFFILCULT TO LOCATE ,BUT CHECK VERY WELL YOU WILL FIND A LEAKING  LINE
			
				
			
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			Only some ideas: Sticking /bent throttle linkage? Damaged throttle cable? Floor mat interfering with the gas pedal. Idle Control valve? jackD | 
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			jackD, The only thing on your list I did not check is the Idle Control Valve. Where is it located and can I check its operation myself? | 
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			Tayo, I checked all the vacuum lines I can see, found one rubber elbow that was ripped. When I cover the damaged area (plugging it up), nothing changes. Nevertheless, I will replace it tomorrow. | 
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			The idle control valve is located under the air cleaner, in front of the fuel distributor. There are 2 (approx 5/8in diam) rubber hoses going to and from the valve plus an electricla connector.. Check for vacum leaks there. I can't help you on how to check proper operation. Sorry jackD | 
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			i would check first the OVR.
			
				
			
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			Make sure the idle switch on the intake is closing, behinf the a/f sensor right on top, I've seen the linkage bend a bit and go right over the switch. If it dosen't know its supposed to idle, it wont.  Joe 
				__________________ Project Smoker, '87 603 powered wagon Hauler, 96 CTD can you say torque? Toy 73 Cougar xr7 convertible Acme Automotive Inc. Raleigh NC 919-881-0364 | 
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			Joel, What is "OVR"? | 
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			OverVoltage Protection Relay. Shouldn't make it idle high on a 103, only on a 117.  Joe 
				__________________ Project Smoker, '87 603 powered wagon Hauler, 96 CTD can you say torque? Toy 73 Cougar xr7 convertible Acme Automotive Inc. Raleigh NC 919-881-0364 | 
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			joe - my high idle was fixed when i replaced it with the updated OVP. i've also checked the idle valve and temp sensor. | 
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