TESTING

See Figure 1

  1. Remove the throttle body as described in .
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  2. Remove the IAC valve.
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Fig. Fig. 1: Idle Air Control (IAC) valve wiring schematic

  1. Connect the positive lead from the battery to terminal B+ and the negative lead to terminal RSC. Check that the valve is closed.
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  2. Connect the positive lead from the battery to terminal B+ and the negative lead to terminal RSO, then check that the valve is open.
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  3. If the valve is not properly functioning during testing, then replace the valve.
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REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

See Figure 2

  1. Remove the throttle body as described in .
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  2. Remove the 4 screws retaining the IAC valve and pull the unit from the engine. Discard the old gasket.
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Fig. Fig. 2: Remove the 4 retaining screws securing the IAC valve

To install:
  1. Place a new gasket into position on the throttle body.
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  2. Position the IAC valve and secure the retaining screws.
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  3. Install the throttle body as described in .
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