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(3S-FE Engine)

  1. Warm engine to normal operating temperature. Ensure idle speed is correct. Apply parking brake, block drive wheels and place transaxle in Neutral.
  2. Install jumper wire between terminals "TE1" (or "T" on Federal Celica) and "E1" of check connector located near left shock tower. See Figure and Fig 1. Note that engine RPM is maintained at 1000-1300 RPM for 5 seconds then returns to idle.
  3. If engine RPM was not within specification, check ISC valve, wiring to ECU, and ECU grounds.
    NOTE: The ECU is located in front of center console.
  4. To check wiring and ECU, turn ignition on with engine off. With ECU connector plugged in, connect digital voltmeter between ECU terminals "ISC1" and "E1" from wiring side of ECU connector. Battery voltage should be present. Perform same test between "ISC2" and "E1" terminals. For more information on terminal identification, see WIRING DIAGRAMS article or PIN VOLTAGE CHART S article in this section.
  5. To check ISC valve, unplug ISC valve connector on bottom of throttle body. Using ohmmeter, measure resistance between terminals "+B" and "ISC1", and between "ISC2" and "+B". Replace valve if resistance is not within 16-17 ohms.
Fig 1: Location of ISC Valve Connector (3S-FE)
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Fig 2: Checking ISC Valve (All Celicas)
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