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Idle Speed

Ensure idle speed is set to specification. See IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS  . For adjustment procedures, see the ADJUSTMENTS article.

IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS

Application (1) Base Idle RPM (2) Curb Idle RPM (3) Load Idle RPM
2.2CL 500-600 650-750 (4) 720-820
(1) Transmission in "N" or "P" and IAC valve disconnected and no accessory loads.
(2) Transmission in "N" or "P", IAC valve connected and no accessory loads.
(3) Transmission in "N" or "P", IAC valve connected and headlights on low.
(4) With headlights on or with headlights off and blower motor switch set to high and A/C on, idle speed should be 720-820 RPM.