2000 ford f150

[locowav]

Two or three times a week when I turn on my truck it will start and then just drowns out or loses gas. When this happens I give it a little gas when I start up and leave the gas pressed for about 20 seconds and the truck will stay on. I already changed the fuel filter. and thats about as far as my mechanical skills go. Any suggestions?

[Litmus]

I have a 2000 f-150 4x4 xlt that does the same thing even more when it is cold.
I will ask on other boards and give an answer if I get one.

[ModMech]

Sounds like the Idle Air Control (IAC) solenoid is sticking. Replace it, it is easy to do.

[4.6_F150]

I have the same problem with my 2000 when its very cold out. It usually takes a few tries to stay running.I have to bring it in for the cruise control "issue" next week so im gonna have it looked at then.