Hello All

I have done much reading up on this but would just like some further advice please as my car is now not only unreliable but dangerous...

The original issue was irratic idling when cold (drops below 1000rpm, judders then shoots back up before stalling. If you rev the car cold it will stall)

I had a plug-in done, which eventually found a MAF fault. Replaced MAF sensor to no avail.

Checked spark plugs - looked pretty knackered, so changed them, runs slightly better but same fault


Now it has started revving really high when I dip the clutch and brake to attempt to slow down (lasts for at least 10 seconds)


Main culprit from what I have read seems to be the Idle Control Valve? Just need some clarification on where it is on the engine.

I have a 1999 1.6i Finesse Escort estate. Am I right in thinking the ICV is on the right hand side of the throttle body (awkard to get at) and the TPS is on the left hand side?
Is it just 3 screws/bolts and a wiring plug holding the sensor in place?


I have just used some Redex so hopefully it might help in the very short term


Many thanks for reading this, I know Ford owners must be sick of reading these threads regarding idling problems, so I do appreciate it alot as I currently can't get to work without a functioning car

Mike

forgot to add : fuel ecomony absolutely terrible also, maybe fuel filter needed on top of the other issues?