what is this part call?

this is a picture of a 95 mitsubishi Montero 3.0L.
i want to replace it, but i have no idea what its name. i even went to autozone but the folks there have no idea too. please help....http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o27/hmongstang/BANNERS%20AND%20ECT/StockEngine.jpg

I honestly can't tell because the picture is too small. If you can get a close up on the part, I'd be able to tell you. From what I'm seeing, it looks like your MAF sensor which is really pricey. Or maybe it's idle air control valve. What issue are you having with your car?

are you talking about the intake... the entire black tube that lets air into the engine?


whats the problem?
why do you want to replace it?

sorry for the crapy picture, i will post a better picture when my brother bring my other digi cam back. i was talking about that little black thing that look like a choke or valve..


the problem is Hard to start in the morning, unless i keep my foot on the gas padel for a minute or two. at first i thought it was the fuel pressure regulator but it wasn't. so i check the fuel injectors and pump but they are working propertly. does anyone know whatup?? or had this problem before???

You look like you're pointing at the idle air control valve, which COULD be the cause of your problem, but nothing is guaranteed. Try taking it off and starting the engine. If the engine stays on without you pressing on the gas, then the valve is stuck in the closed position but that doesn't necessairly mean it's your problem. Notice that if you do take it off, your idle RPM will be high because you'll have alot of air coming into the engine. It could be that the air flow sensor is not giving the engine proper readings because it's dirty.