Standard Ignition Idle Air Control Valve P/N:AC568
Steady an erratic or surging idle with the Standard Ignition Idle Air Control Valve AC56. It installs as a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications — including the 1988 and 1994-1995 Ford Cougar, 1992-1995 Ford Crown Victoria, 1997 Ford Explorer, 1996-1997 Ford F-100 Ranger, 1992-1995 Ford Grand Marquis, 1994-1995 Ford Thunderbird, 1991-1995 Lincoln Town Car, 1994-1995 Mercury Cougar, and 1992-1995 Mercury Grand Marquis (see the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list).
Signs the idle air control valve may need replacing include a rough or unstable idle, stalling as the throttle closes, hunting or surging idle, and hard starting. These symptoms can have other causes, so diagnose the source before replacing — if a failed idle air control valve is the cause, this AC56 replaces it.
Interchange: 28945 · IAC26 · TV247 · 2-20243 · 220243 · CX1660 · F1AE9F715BC · F1AE9F715CA · F1AE9F715DA · F1AZ9F715B · F1AZ9F715C · F1AZ9F715D · F1ZE9F715CA · F1ZE9F715DA · F2AE9F715AA · F2AZ9F715A · F5PE9F715AA · F5PZ9F715AA · 3-20243 · 320243. Manufacturer part number AC56.
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
What does this idle air control valve do?
It regulates the amount of air bypassing the closed throttle plate, letting the engine control module maintain a controlled, steady idle speed when your foot is off the accelerator.
What are the signs my idle air control valve may need replacing?
Common signs include a rough or unstable idle, stalling as the throttle closes, hunting or surging idle, and hard starting. These can have other causes, so diagnose before replacing.
Will the AC56 fit my vehicle?
It is a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications, including several 1988-1997 Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury models. Check the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm your exact year, make, and model.
What part numbers does this valve replace?
It interchanges with 28945, IAC26, TV247, 2-20243, CX1660, F1AE9F715BC, F1AE9F715CA, F1AE9F715DA, F1AZ9F715B, F1AZ9F715C, F1AZ9F715D, F1ZE9F715CA, F1ZE9F715DA, F2AE9F715AA, F2AZ9F715A, F5PE9F715AA, F5PZ9F715AA, and 3-20243.
Does replacing this valve guarantee it will fix my idle problem?
Not necessarily — a rough or surging idle can stem from vacuum leaks, sensors, or other issues. If the idle air control valve is confirmed as the cause, this AC56 replaces it.
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