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Diagnostic Aids

Any condition that can affect engine performance at idle, can affect the performance of the IAC system. A careful visual and/or physical inspection of the engine is necessary when the scan tool indicates that the engine speed or the IAC Motor Command readings are out of range.

An intermittent IAC system concern may be caused by poor electrical connections in the IAC valve circuits. Thoroughly check any circuitry that is suspected of causing an intermittent condition.

Fig 1: Identifying Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve Harness Connector
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