Archived Fast Idle after fuel filter change

[whal]

Yesterday I changed the fuel filter in my '99. I turned the starter over for about 30 secs. to prime; didn't start, so I took the filter element in the can out and filled to top with fuel. This time it started in about 5 seconds, but accelerated to 1800 rpm. It continues to idle at about 1800, and I don't want to drop into drive with engine revved up to avoid transmission damage.



How do I get idle speed back to 750-800 where it belongs?



Dennis



'99 2500 4 spd. auto Quad Cab Sport

 

[lumberjack98]

did you disconnect the baterys? if so maby a apps reset. disconect baterys turn key on for at least 1/2 hour i also turn on my haeadlights to drain all power in the system. then turn off lights and key hook up baterys and turn key to on posisition and SLOWLEY push the accelerator pedal down to the floor and back up then try to start it. Ken

 

[TORQUE THIS]

Could you have pinched the t-cable going into the apps? I know mine is always in the way when changing the fuel filter...

 

[whal]

Fixed.



I turned the ignition to the on position (without disconnecting batteries,) pressed accelerator slowly to floor and then released slowly. Idle speed back to 750-800, problem fixed. A friend told me this resets the electronic accelerator setting.



Thanks, Dennis