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ES03: Idle Speed Control (ISC) Motor
1991 Cadillac Seville STSSECTION ES03: Idle Speed Control (ISC) Motor
- Ensure transmission is in Park or Neutral, PCM switches A/C relay off, and EGR solenoid is de-energized. When ISC motor is stopped, ECC displays 50, and TPS reads 4 degrees or less.
- With engine off, depress WARMER button on ECC. ISC plunger will extend until it ratchets once. ECC will display 99. With engine on, "--" will be displayed when WARMER button is depressed. With engine off, depressing COOLER button on ECC will retract ISC, and display will read 00. With engine on, ISC will retract to base idle (500-550 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.