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Idle Speed Inspection

NOTE:
  • Before checking the idle speed, check these items:
    • The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) has not been reported on, and there are no DTCs.
    • Ignition timing
    • Spark plugs
    • Air cleaner
    • PCV system
  • Apply the parking brake, and make sure the headlights are off.
  1. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge valve connector (see step 1 on EVAP CANISTER PURGE VALVE REPLACEMENT ).
  2. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) (A) located under the driver's side of the dashboard.
    Fig 1: Identifying Data Link Connector (DLC)
    G05961379Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the PCM. If it doesn't, go to DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING .
  4. Start the engine. Hold the engine speed at 3,000 RPM without load (in P or N) until the radiator fan comes on, then let it idle.
  5. Check the idle speed without load conditions: headlights, blower fan, radiator fan, and air conditioner off.

    Idle speed should be: 700 ± 50 RPM (in P or N) 

  6. Let the engine idle for 1 minute with high electric load (A/C switch ON, temperature set to max cool, blower fan on high, and headlights on high beam).

    Idle speed should be: 700 ± 50 RPM (in P or N) 

    NOTE: If the idle speed is not within specification, do PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE  . If the idle speed is still not within specification, go to the symptom troubleshooting.
  7. Reconnect the EVAP canister purge valve connector.