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OPERATION
TESTING
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
The ECM is programmed with specific engine speed values to respond to different engine conditions (coolant temperature, air conditioner on/off, etc.). Sensors transmit signals to
the ECM which controls the flow of air through the bypass of the throttle valve and adjusts the idle speed to the specified value. Some vehicles use an Idle Speed Control (ISC) valve
while others use an Air Valve or Idle Air Control (IAC) valve to control throttle body by-pass air flow.
TESTING
7A-FE Engine
See Figures 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6
1. After the engine rpm is kept at 900-1300 for about 5 seconds, check that the rpm returns to idle.
2. If the rpm operation is not as specified, check the IAC valve, wiring and engine ECM.
Fig. Fig. 3: Remove the harness from the IAC valve to test the terminals
3. Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance between terminals +B and the other terminals (RSC and RSO).
Fig. Fig. 4: Use an ohmmeter to check the IAC valve resistance between terminals-7A-FE engine
1996-17.0-24.5 ohms
5. To check the operation of the IAC valve, the engine should be at normal operating temperature and the transmission in Neutral.
A. Connect the positive lead of the battery to terminal B+ and the negative lead to terminal RSC, then check that the valve is closed.
B. Connect the positive lead from the battery to terminal B+ and the negative lead to terminal RSO, then check that the valve is open.
Fig. Fig. 5: Testing the IAC valve using battery voltage to see if the valve is closed-7A-FE engine
Fig. Fig. 6: Testing the IAC valve using battery voltage to see if the valve is open-7A-FE engine
5S-FE Engine
See Figures 7, 8 and 9
A. After the engine rpm is kept at 900-1300 for about 5 seconds, check that the rpm returns to idle.
B. If the rpm operation is not as specified, check the IAC valve, wiring and engine ECM.
A. Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance between terminals +B and the other terminals ISCC and ISCO.
3. To check the operation of the IAC valve, the engine should be at normal operating temperature and the transmission in Neutral.
A. Connect the positive lead of the battery to terminal B+ and the negative lead to terminal ISCC, then check that the valve is closed.
B. Connect the positive lead from the battery to terminal B+ and the negative lead to terminal ISCO, then check that the valve is open.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Wait at least 90 seconds to work on the vehicle once the cable is disconnected to hinder air bag deployment.
3. Remove the air cleaner cap and disconnect the control cables.
Fig. Fig. 11: Separate the IAC and remove the gasket
To install:
6. Position a new gasket on the throttle body. Attach the IAC valve and secure.
Fig. Fig. 12: Always place a new gasket on the IAC before installation
10. Start the engine, top off the cooling system and check operation.
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