Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve

2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WDSECTION Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Mazda Millenia. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IAC valve is part of By-Pass Control (BAC) valve. Disconnect IAC valve connector. Using an ohmmeter, measure resistance between IAC valve terminals. See IAC VALVE RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONSΒ  table. If resistance is not as specified, replace BAC valve.

IAC VALVE RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ohms
Millenia (1) 10.7-12.3
(1) With IAC valve temperature at 60Β°F (20)Β°C.
RENDER: 1.0x

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