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.
3. Check Target Idle Speed
With CONSULT-II
- Run engine at about 2,000 RPM for about 2 minutes under no load.
- Rev engine (2,000 to 3,000 RPM) two or three times under no load, then run engine at idle speed for about 1 minute.
- Read idle speed in "DATA MONITOR" mode with CONSULT-II.
- 650 +/- 50 RPM (in P or N position)
Without CONSULT-II
- Run engine at about 2,000 RPM for about 2 minutes under no load.
- Rev engine (2,000 to 3,000 RPM) two or three times under no load, then run engine at idle speed for about 1 minute.
- Check idle speed.
- 650 +/- 50 RPM (in P or N position)
OK or NG
OK : GO TO 10. CHECK IGNITION TIMING .
NG : GO TO 4.
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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.
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