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1997 Acura 2.2CL Standard

Idle Speed

1997 Acura 2.2CL StandardSECTION Idle Speed

Ensure idle speed is set to specification. See IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS . For adjustment procedures, see the ADJUSTMENTS article.

IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS

Application

⁽¹⁾ Base Idle RPM

⁽²⁾ Curb Idle RPM

⁽³⁾ Load Idle RPM

2.2CL

500-600

650-750

⁽⁴⁾ 720-820

⁽¹⁾	Transmission in "N" or "P" and IAC valve disconnected and no accessory loads.

⁽²⁾	Transmission in "N" or "P", IAC valve connected and no accessory loads.

⁽³⁾	Transmission in "N" or "P", IAC valve connected and headlights on low.

⁽⁴⁾	With headlights on or with headlights off and blower motor switch set to high and A/C on, idle speed should be 720-820 RPM.

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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.