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4.0 liter v 6 idles very rough - 1996 Ford Explorer

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These engines are a very common victim of head gasket failure which results in miss. Check have the expansion tank checked for combustion products when the engine is hot.

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Rough idle is usually a symptom of a vacuum leak especially if the engine runs good at full acceleration. You have 14 year old vehicle, so check all under hood vacuum hoses.

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