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Idle Speed

CAUTION: DO NOT  attempt to adjust throttle stop screw to adjust idle. Throttle stop screw is factory-set and is used as zero reference point for all other adjustments.

Idle speed is controlled by PCM using an IAC valve. Ensure all fuel and emission control system wire connectors and hoses are properly connected. Ensure accelerator cable has free-play, air cleaner and ducts are properly installed and air filter element is in good condition. Ensure ignition timing is correct. Refer to IGNITION TIMING . Start engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature. Turn all accessories off. Compare idle speed with specifications in IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS  table.

IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS

Application Idle RPM
Esteem
A/C Off
Automatic Transaxle
"P" Or "N" 700-800
"R", "D", "2" Or "L" 650-750
Manual Transaxle 650-750
A/C On
Automatic Transaxle
"P" Or "N" 800-900
"R", "D", "2" Or "L" 750-850
Manual Transaxle 800-900
Sidekick & X-90
A/C Off 750-850
A/C On
Automatic Transaxle
"P" Or "N" 850-950
"R", "D", "2" Or "L" 750-850
Manual Transaxle 850-950
Swift (1) 800-900
(1) Checked with A/C off.
IAC DUTY AT SPECIFIED IDLE SPEED (1)

Application (2) Percent
Esteem 5-25
Sidekick 1.6L & X-90 40-60
Sidekick 1.8L 30-45
Swift 8-25
(1) See IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS  table.
(2) Engine at normal operating temperature with A/C off (if equipped).
NOTE: If idle speed is not within specification, check operation of Idle Air Control (IAC) valve. See DTC P0505: IDLE AIR CONTROL SYSTEM MALFUNCTION in the TESTS W/CODES article in this section.