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If this is a '99 through '02 Cougar, this sounds like the so called "Moosing" problem, which is a problem with the Idle Air Control Valve (IACV), and is fixed by taking the IACV out, its connected to the upper intake manifold, and either cleaning it thoroughly, or replacing it.

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