The Idle Speed misadjustment, Timeing misadjustment, or bad throttle position sensor. Search one of the 4WD forums like IH8MUD.com or Pirate4x4 for idle surge. check the coolant level.
Is the AC turned on?
probably the governor going bad
Check your vacuum lines this usually the cause for a surge in engine speed when idling or running.
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If by surge you mean the batterys volts drop and the engines rpms drop all the vehicles accessories that are on at the time are wanting to draw more amps then the vehicles alternator has to give. or by surge you mean the rpms increase a little bit and if the heat or A/C is on at the same time the A/C pump or clutch might possibly be going out.
There can be many reasons why a car surges while idling. Some of these reasons are the computer could be dying, or the fuel injector are giving the engine too much gas.
Possible clogged or partially clogged fuel filter, or a timing issue.
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IAC (Idel Air Control Valve)
The storms surge
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Perhaps a weak battery? How old is battery?