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Load compensation inspection

  1. Start the engine and let it idle.
  2. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
  3. Select the PCM PID [ENG_RPM]. (Refer to [PID/DATA MONITOR INSPECTION ] in service information.)
    NOTE:
    • Excludes temporary idle speed drop just after the loads are turned on.
  4. Verify that the engine speed is within specification under each load condition.
    • If the load condition is not as specified, inspect the following:
      • A/C switch and related wiring harness system (A/C request signal is always on or off)
      • Electrical load
      • Charging system (See BATTERY INSPECTION .) (See GENERATOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)] .)

        Idle-up speed [SKYACTIV-G 2.0] (MTX: Neutral position, ATX: P or N position) 

        No load: 500-600 rpm (MTX), 550-650 rpm (ATX)

        A/C on: 650-800 rpm

        Electrical loads on: 600-750 rpm

        Idle-up speed [SKYACTIV-G 2.5] (MTX: Neutral position, ATX: P or N position) 

        No load: 560-660 rpm (MTX), 550-650 rpm (ATX)

        A/C on: 650-800 rpm

        Electrical loads on: 600-750 rpm