Idle Speed: Navajo

1993 Mazda B2200 LE-5, 2D Pickup, AutomaticSECTION Navajo
  1. Ensure the following conditions exist: throttle bore, throttle plate and Idle Speed Control (ISC) air by-pass valve are free of contamination, oxygen sensor is free of contamination and is operating, throttle stop lever is resting against throttle stop screw, no vacuum leaks are present, cooling system is full, and ignition timing is set to specification.
  2. Perform a thorough basic inspection and Self-Test (KOEO, KOER and continuous memory) to confirm operation of sub-systems which may contribute to idle speed control problems. See appropriate information in TESTS W/CODES article.
  3. With engine off, disconnect negative battery cable for at least 5 minutes. Connect negative battery cable. Start engine and allow idle speed to stabilize for 2 minutes. Snap throttle open and return to idle. Lightly press and release accelerator. Turn engine off. Disconnect ISC air by-pass solenoid.
    NOTE: If engine RPM fluctuates during idle, throttle plate may be open enough to allow canister purge flow. To verify this condition, disconnect and plug canister purge line. If purge is present, close throttle plate until fluctuations stop.
  4. Start engine. Operate engine at 2500 RPM for 30 seconds. Allow engine to idle for 2 minutes. Turn throttle stop screw until engine idles at 675 RPM.
  5. Turn off engine. Repeat step 4). Turn off engine. Disconnect negative battery cable for at least 5 minutes. Connect ISC air by-pass solenoid connector. Connect negative battery cable. Verify throttle plate is not stuck in bore and linkage is not preventing throttle stop lever from contacting throttle stop.
  6. Start engine and allow to idle for 2 minutes. Snap throttle open and return to idle. Lightly press and release accelerator. Allow engine to idle. If engine does not idle properly, see TESTS W/O CODES article.
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