2002 ford explorer with low rpm. Idles ok but won't go zbove 3000 rpm

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One of the biggest reasons an engine idles to high is because of vacuum leaks. Check all the hoses for cracks and while looking listen very close for the vacuum leak it will be a hissing sound. For further assistance visit my website below. Have an awesome day! Auto Repair

maybe idle control sensor

it may be stuck in the cold start mode which is a bit like turning you ac on and the motor runs faster.. you may have a stuck solenoid valve on the tbi unit..

not to sure on model but could be injectors or the inbjector pump not fuel pump as this only send fuel to engine injector pump send fuel to injectors hope this helps

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check out the idle control valve first

check oil pump

intake manifold gasket leaks are a problem.spray carb cleaner around the intake and if the rpm jumps when sprayed,the gasket leaks

The first question for you is, What is the charging output for the altenator at idle?? If less than 12.3 volts, replace altenator. Typically, the altenator gets tested at 2500-3000 rpm on a bench tester. Your problem may be in the low rpm output range.

Check your EGR or your Idle control Valve. This can cause a problem with your irratic idling