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Idle Speed: Adjustments

PREPARATION
1. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature.
2. Turn all electric loads OFF.
- Headlight switch
- Blower switch
- Rear window defroster switch
- A/C
3. Connect the SST to the data link connector.
4. Connect a timing light to the engine.




5. Connect a tachometer to the data link connector terminal IG- as shown.

IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT
1. Perform Preparation.
2. Set switch A to position 1.
3. Set test switch to SELF TEST
4. With the coolant fan off, verify that the idle speed is within specification.

Idle speed (Neutral): 600-700 (650 ± 50) rpm




5. If not within the specification, adjust the idle by turning the air adjusting screw.
6. Disconnect the SST.