Idle Speed
- Ensure ignition timing is set to specification. See IGNITION TIMING
. Turn off all accessories. Set automatic transmission lever to Park position, or manual transmission lever to Neutral position. Set parking brake.
- Connect tachometer to engine. Warm engine to normal operating temperature. Connect a jumper wire between STI test connector and ground. See Figure
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- Locate Idle Speed Control By-Pass Air (ISC-BPA) valve on intake manifold. Remove cap, and adjust idle speed to 650-750 RPM (manual transmission) or 700-800 RPM (automatic transmission) by rotating idle air adjust screw on ISC-BPA valve. See Fig 1
. Remove jumper wire.
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