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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA1994INTEGRA (GS-R) L4-1797CC 1.8L DOHC (VTEC)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSIDLE UP CONTROL VALVEDESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
1994 Acura Integra (GS-R) L4-1797cc 1.8L DOHC (VTEC)
Idle Up Control Valve: Description and Operation
1994 Acura Integra (GS-R) L4-1797cc 1.8L DOHC (VTEC)SECTION Description and Operation
Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve & Fast Idle Valve Location:
PURPOSE
To prevent erratic running when the engine is warming up, it is necessary to raise the idle speed.
OPERATION
When the engine is cold, the engine coolant surrounding the thermowax contracts the plunger, allowing additional air to be bypassed into the intake manifold so that the engine idles faster. When the engine reaches operating temperature, the valve closes, reducing the amount of air bypassing into the manifold.
CONSTRUCTION
The fast idle thermo valve contains a thermowax plunger.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.