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Ive got a 2003 Sport Trac. The engine light is on and it idles rough. Where do I start?

Submitted: 395 days and 21 hours ago.

Category: Ford

Value: $15

Status: AWAITING CUSTOMER ACTION

2003 Ford Sport Trac XLS V-6

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took it to an auto parts store, they checked the read out and it said that its running lean on both sides

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Well doodad. The most common cause of a lean condition would be a vacuum leak to the air intake. Check all the hoses very carefully for any that are disconnected or damaged. Lets start there/ . Steve

Edited by Steve S on 10/23/2008 at 10:08 AM

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Answered:	10/23/2008

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10 years in Ford Dealership, Certified in: Auto Trans, Diesel Engines, Climate Control, Electrical D

395 days and 11 hours ago.

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Thanks Steve S! I found a cracked rubber elbow hose at the front of the engine that was sucking air. Went to the auto parts store and replaced it......idles fine!. Had them reset the engine light, so lets hope this problems solved.
Thanks again.....your advice was right on the money!
Doodad

Posted by Steve S 395 days and 9 hours ago.

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You are welcome. Thank you Steve

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2003 Ford Sport Trac XLS V-6 Already Tried: took it to an auto parts store, they checked the read out and it said that its running lean on both sides