Hello there...

Got a Cabriolet Escort (XR3i) with the 1.8 Zetec engine,

Im having problems getting the engine to run smoothly, it starts straight away but dies immediately, I have found that if i unplug the throttle position sensor then i can coax it into idle, and it revs up fine if done carefully.

it has been stood a long time without use.

Can anyone advise me on what I can check, such as correct voltages etc...?
I know electronics and have test equipment, just not familiar with the cars test points and procedures.

Thanks in advance.
Mark.