Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve

1997 Toyota Tercel 4D Sedan, AutomaticSECTION Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve
  1. Warm engine to normal operating temperature. Ensure idle speed is within specification. See IDLE SPEED & MIXTURE in ADJUSTMENTS article.
  2. Apply parking brake and place transmission/transaxle in Neutral. Install Jumper Wire (SST 09843-18020) between terminals TE1 and E1 on data link connector No. 1. See Fig 1. Start engine and note RPM.
    NOTE: Data link connector No. 1 is located in engine compartment.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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