Removal Procedure
- Remove the idle air control
(IAC) valve electrical connector.
- Remove the IAC valve attaching screws (1).
Notice: If the IAC valve has been in service: DO NOT push or pull on the IAC
valve pintle. The force required to move the pintle may damage
the threads on the worm drive. Also, DO NOT soak the IAC valve in any liquid
cleaner or solvent, as damage may result.
- Remove the IAC valve O-Ring (3).
• | Clean the IAC valve O-ring sealing surface, the pintle valve seat,
and the air passage. |
• | The IAC valve may be cleaned. Use a shop towel or a parts cleaning
brush to remove heavy deposits. |
• | Shiny spots on the pintle or seat are normal, and do not indicate
misalignment or a bent pintle shaft. |
• | Whenever air passages have heavy deposits, remove the throttle
body for complete cleaning. |
• | Inspect the IAC valve O-ring for cuts, cracks, or distortion.
Replace the valve if the valve is damaged. |
• | Whenever installing a new IAC valve, replace the valve with an
identical part. The IAC valve pintle shape and diameter are designed for
the specific application. |
Measurement Procedure
This procedure is only for installing a new IAC valve.
Important: If installing a new IAC valve, replace the IAC valve with an identical
part. The IAC valve pintle shape and diameter are designed for the specific
application.
Measure the distance between the tip of the IAC valve pintle and the
mounting flange.
If the distance is more than 28 mm (1.103 inch), use finger
pressure to slowly retract the pintle. The force required to retract the pintle
of a new valve will not cause damage to the valve.
Installation Procedure
- Lubricate the IAC valve
O-ring (3) with clean engine oil.
- Install the IAC valve assembly (2).
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the IAC valve attaching screws (1).
Tighten
Tighten the IAC valve attaching screws to 3.0 N·m (27 lb in).
- Install the electrical connector.
- To reset the IAC valve pintle position:
5.1. | Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF. |
5.2. | Turn the ignition OFF for ten seconds. |
5.3. | Start the engine and check for proper idle operation. |