Inspection Procedure 9

Inspection procedure 9: Idle speed is low (improper idle speed)

COMMENT

- In cases such as the above, the cause is probably that the intake air volume during idle is too small.

TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS (The most likely causes for this case:)

- Malfunction of the engine coolant temperature sensor signal.

- Malfunction of the torque converter.

- Dirtiness around throttle valve.

- Malfunction of the ECM.

DIAGNOSIS

Required Special Tools:

- MB991958: Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III Sub Assembly)
- MB991824: V.C.I.

- MB991827: USB Cable

- MB991910: Main Harness A

STEP 1. Using scan tool MB991958, read the diagnostic trouble code (DTC).





CAUTION:
To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK"
(OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.

(1)Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector.
(2)Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
(3)Read the DTC.
(4)Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

Q. Is any DTC set?

YES Refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI).

NO Go to Step 2.

STEP 2. Using scan tool MB991958, check data list.

(1)Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.

(2)Check the following item in the data list. Refer to Data List Reference Table Data List Reference Table.
1. Item 6: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor.

(3)Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

Q. Is the sensor operating properly?

YES Torque Converter Stall Test.
NO Repair or replace it. Then confirm that the malfunction symptom is eliminated.