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Idle Switch

Unplug idle switch connector. Check continuity between switch and ground. See IDLE SWITCH CONTINUITY  table. See Fig 1 . If switch does not pass test, check harness for open or short circuits. Replace idle switch if necessary. On MX-6 and 626, if idle switch needs replacing, entire throttle body must be replaced.

IDLE SWITCH CONTINUITY

Throttle Position Continuity
Fully Closed Yes
Open No
Fig 1: Testing Idle Switch (B2600i Shown)
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