Did a quick service on my R reg 1.6 escort Zetec the other day (plugs, oil, oil and air filter) and now when I start it the revs rise to about 1.5-2k for a minute or so before settling back to normal. It also stinks of running rich, what could it be????

 

Did you plug the air flow meter back in.

 

Yeah checked that, even took all ignition plugs off and checked them after

 

Idle controll valve could be faulty.also check for air leaks.

 

Put the old plugs back in and retry it see if still the same. Stranger things have Happened

 

What plugs did you use? I've found zetecs can be fussy buggers if you use cheaper aftermarket ones. I would always stick with gen ford ignition components.

 

Did u ever sort it?