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Idle Speed

  1. Ensure ignition timing is set to specification. See IGNITION TIMING  . Turn all accessories off. Set automatic transmission lever to PARK position, or manual transmission lever to Neutral position. Set parking brake.
  2. Warm engine to operating temperature (closed loop operation). Connect a jumper wire between ground and Self-Test Input (STI) terminal. See Figure .
  3. Locate Idle Air adjuster screw. See Fig 1 . Remove screw cap. Adjust idle speed to specification by rotating adjuster screw. See IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS table. Turn ignition off. Remove jumper wire.
IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS

Application RPM
A/T 650-750
M/T 700-800
Fig 1: Locating Idle Air Adjuster Screw
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