PFI Chart C-7 - Idle Speed Control (ISC) Check

1993 Cadillac Seville BaseSECTION PFI Chart C-7 - Idle Speed Control (ISC) Check

This test verifies ISC motor operation and checks ISC plunger adjustment.

NOTE: Test numbers refer to numbers on diagnostic chart.
  1. This checks for a high minimum air idle which could cause a sail-on condition. Minimum air idle should be 450-500 RPM.
  2. Perform PCM Code P030 diagnosis to identify cause of faulty ISC motor.
  3. This determines ISC motor ability to reach maximum extension. At maximum extension, PCM data PD01 will read 13.0-13.8 degrees if ISC does not adjust to within range.
  4. TP sensor idle learn procedure must be performed after ISC plunger adjustment.
Fig 1: PFI Chart C-7 Schematic - Idle Speed Control (ISC) Check
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