Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1990 Dodge and Ram Colt BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Colt 1.6L
- Remove throttle body from intake plenum. Remove ISC motor from throttle body. Apply 6-volt source in parallel to terminals No. 2 and 5 of ISC motor connector. See Figure -Figure .
- Apply 6-volt source ground lead to ISC motor connector terminals No. 3 and 6. Note slight movement of ISC motor plunger. Remove ground leads from terminals No. 3 and 6.
- Apply and remove 6-volt source ground at terminals No. 1 and 6, 1 and 4, 3 and 4, and 3 and 6. Note slight movement of ISC motor plunger during each phase of test.
- Beginning at terminal No. 6, reverse grounding sequence following same procedure specified in step 2. If motor does not operate when grounding any of the specified terminals, replace ISC motor.
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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.