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Idle Speed/Throttle Actuator - Electronic: Testing and Inspection

ISC Valve Inspection
Initial conditions:
^ Engine at normal operating temperature
^ Idle speed set correctly


Checking ISC Operation:





- Disconnect the ISC valve connector.
- Check the engine rpm.

Engine rpm: 1,000 rpm or more


Checking ISC Operation:





- Reconnect the ISC valve connector.
- Check that they return to the idle speed.

Idle speed: 800 +/- 50 rpm

- If the rpm operation is not as specified, check the ISC valve, wiring and ECU.


ISC Resistance Inspection:





Inspect ISC Valve Resistance
- Disconnect the ISC valve connector.
- Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance between terminal +B and other terminals (RSC, RSO).

Resistance: 19.3 - 22.3 ohms

- If resistance is not as specified, replace the ISC valve
- Reconnect the ISC valve connector.


Checking ISC Operation:





Inspect ISC Valve Operation
- Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal +B and negative (-) lead to terminal RSC and check that the valve is closed.


Checking ISC Operation:





- Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal +B and negative (-) lead to terminal RSO, and check that the valve is open.
- If any step fails to provide the indicated results, replace ISC valve.