Thanks for the reply Doc,
The air mass sensor was replaced within the 6 months or so. I will check the caps for wear. (is that what you mean by "gummed up" - wear & carbon streaks?)

thanks!

-Larry

PS: If it's the air mass sensor, why would this manifest itself only when cold? - because the wire isn't getting hot fast enough?

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