Engine - MIL ON/High Erratic Idle/Noise: Overview

BULLETIN NUMBER:
SB00-01-S007

ISSUE DATE:
AUGUST 2000

GROUP:
AIR CONDITIONING

1998-2000 RODEO/AMIGO:
HIGH/ERRATIC IDLE CONDITION

AFFECTED VEHICLES

1998-2000 Rodeo (UE)/Amigo (UA) models with 3.2L V6 engines

SERVICE INFORMATION

Condition:
Some owners may comment on high/erratic idle and/or the MIL light on. In some cases, vacuum leak noise may be heard as well.

Possible Cause:
^ There may be poor contact or loss of contact at various main ground points or electrical connections.

^ Power steering pressure switch may be shorted with debris.

^ Inlet manifold gasket may be leaking.

^ Broadcast code and calibration part number may need to be updated.

Correction:
To correct this condition, follow the procedures outlined in this bulletin to determine proper diagnosing, inspection and correction of ground contact points for proper electrical contact, power steering pressure switch cleaning or replacement and power steering system flush, replacement of inlet manifold gasket, and/or PCM reprogramming.





PARTS INFORMATION

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION





Use the new labor operation shown.

Labor Time includes administrative time allowance.