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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 246 (ENGINE CONTROLS - SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTING - 4.3)IDLE CONTROL SYSTEMIDLE AIR CONTROL SYSTEM DIAGNOSISDIAGNOSTIC AIDS
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Diagnostic Aids
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Diagnostic Aids
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sierra and 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Inspect for the following conditions:
- High resistance in an IAC valve control circuit.
- The correct PCV valve, properly installed and proper operation of the PCV valve.
- Proper operation and installation of all air intake components.
- Proper installation and operation of MAF sensor, if equipped.
- A tampered with or damaged throttle stop screw.
- A tampered with or damaged throttle plate, throttle shaft, throttle linkage, or cruise control linkage, if equipped.
- A skewed high TP sensor.
- Excessive deposits in the IAC passage or on IAC pintle.
- Excessive deposits in the throttle bore or on the throttle plate.
- Vacuum leaks.
- A high or unstable idle condition could be caused by a non-IAC system problem that cannot be overcome by the IAC valve.
- For intermittent conditions, see INTERMITTENTS in TROUBLE SHOOTING - NO CODES - 4.3L SIERRA & SILVERADO article.
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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.