How to replace the idle control valve on the Ford Escape?

This procedure is for the 2008 and earlier models as the later models are equipped with an electronically controlled throttle body thus no idle control valve. For four-cylinder models, start from the removal of the cable from the battery's negative terminal; alternatively, lift the front of the car and put it on jackstands. Remove the intake manifold: Idle Control Valve is mounted at the underside of the intake manifold locate its electrical connector and remove it and also the two Idle Control Valve mounting bolts that helps to pull the Idle Control Valve out of the intake manifold. Subsequently, the old gasket must be taken out and replaced with the new gasket and tighten the bolt to the recommended torque and reconnect the electrical connector. Lower the car and connect the battery terminal back again. After this, the Powertrain Control Module requires an opportunity to learn new idle as well as fuel trim, for top performance. To V6 models first remove the battery cable then look for the Idle Control Valve located on top of the intake manifold around the throttle body. As seen disconnect the electrical connector and unscrew the mounting bolts in order to pull off the Idle Control Valve. Remove the old gasket, replace it with a new one, for it to fit properly the Idle Control Valve is then refined and the bolts tightened to the right torque. Last but not the least, join the battery cable and let the Powertrain Control Module learn the correct idle and fuel trim for the best performance.

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- Other Name: Valve Assy - Throttle Air By-Pass; Idle Speed Control
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- 2001-2002 Ford Escape | 6 Cyl 3.0L DOHC EFI Modular | 4AT CD4E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Two-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive)
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- Other Name: Valve Assy - Throttle Air By-Pass; Idle Speed Control, Idle Valve
- Replaces: CX-1859, XS6Z-9F715-AB, XS6Z-9F715-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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- 2001-2004 Ford Escape | 4 Cyl 2.0L Zetec EFI | 4AT CD4E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Two-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive)
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- Other Name: Valve Assy - Throttle Air By-Pass
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2004 Ford Escape | 6 Cyl 3.0L DOHC EFI Modular | 4AT CD4E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Two-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive)
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- Other Name: Valve Assy - Throttle Air By-Pass; Idle Speed Control
- Manufacturer Note: 4V
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2008 Ford Escape | 6 Cyl 3.0L DOHC EFI Modular | 4AT CD4E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - AK, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, CVT Auto Trans Powersplit Elec, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Two-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive)
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- Other Name: Valve Assy - Throttle Air By-Pass; Idle Speed Control
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2008 Ford Escape | 4 Cyl 2.3L | 4AT CD4E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - AK, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, CVT Auto Trans Powersplit Elec, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Two-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive)

Ford Escape Idle Control Valve

The Ford Escape Idle Control Valve allows the proper amount of air to get past the closed throttle plate to keep the SUV steady at stops and prevent shaking or stalling. The Idle Control Valve uses a small electric motor, lead screw and plunger, directed by the Ford Powertrain Control Module, to open a bypass port in the throttle body, adjusting airflow to maintain the commanded idle rpm. The early versions of Escape utilized a cable-linked throttle in addition to this electronically driven Idle Control Valve. Subsequently, the electronic throttle control Escapes still depend on this same device, despite the fact that the pedal now sends digital signals. Both systems are similar in that the Idle Control Valve works in conjunction with the throttle position sensor and the airflow into the engine to control and balance fuel delivery. However, the difference is how the throttle blade itself moves. When dirt clogs the Idle Control Valve, it can cause an air leak, leading to speed swings and stalling. A simple fix is to clean or replace it. Doing so brings back the steady idle that Ford drivers expect from their Ford Escape.

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Ford Escape Idle Control Valve Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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Q: How to replace the idle control valve on the Ford Escape?
A:
This procedure is for the 2008 and earlier models as the later models are equipped with an electronically controlled throttle body thus no idle control valve. For four-cylinder models, start from the removal of the cable from the battery's negative terminal; alternatively, lift the front of the car and put it on jackstands. Remove the intake manifold: Idle Control Valve is mounted at the underside of the intake manifold locate its electrical connector and remove it and also the two Idle Control Valve mounting bolts that helps to pull the Idle Control Valve out of the intake manifold. Subsequently, the old gasket must be taken out and replaced with the new gasket and tighten the bolt to the recommended torque and reconnect the electrical connector. Lower the car and connect the battery terminal back again. After this, the Powertrain Control Module requires an opportunity to learn new idle as well as fuel trim, for top performance. To V6 models first remove the battery cable then look for the Idle Control Valve located on top of the intake manifold around the throttle body. As seen disconnect the electrical connector and unscrew the mounting bolts in order to pull off the Idle Control Valve. Remove the old gasket, replace it with a new one, for it to fit properly the Idle Control Valve is then refined and the bolts tightened to the right torque. Last but not the least, join the battery cable and let the Powertrain Control Module learn the correct idle and fuel trim for the best performance.