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Idle Air Control (IAC) Motor: Installation

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  1. Inspect gasket or "O" ring for damage. Replace if necessary. Measure distance from IAC contact flange to tip of pintle. Distance should not exceed 1 1/8" (28 mm). If valve is extended too far, damage to valve will result during installation.
  2. To set IAC pintle length on new IAC, use finger pressure to slowly retract pintle. Lubricate NEW "O" ring with ATF and install NEW gasket. Install IAC motor on throttle body. Tighten IAC valve to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
    CAUTION: DO NOT  extend or retract pintle if IAC has been in service, or damage to worm gear will result.
  3. Connect electrical lead to IAC motor and install air cleaner. Start engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature. Drive vehicle. It may be necessary to reset idle speed. To reset, disconnect battery cable for 10 seconds and reconnect. Cycle ignition on with engine off for 5 seconds. Turn ignition off for 10 seconds and restart vehicle. Proper idle will be initialized.