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Fast Idle

FAST IDLE REFERENCE CHART

5 FAST IDLE
DESCRIPTION Engine speed continues at fast idle after engine warm-up
DTC DETECTION CONDITION POSSIBLE COUSES CHART

STEP INSPECTION ACTION
1 VERIFY ENGINE OPERATES AT NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE
  • The CHT PID at normal operating temperature should read between 112°C (234°F) and 73°C (163°F).
NOTE:
  • If vehicle runs normally after the ignition key is turned off, check for damaged ignition switch, IGN RUN circuit short to power, VPWR circuit short to power, etc.
  • Does engine appear to be either overheating or not reaching normal operating temperature? 
Yes See SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART - ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM  .
No GO to the next step.
2 PRELIMINARY CHECKS
  • Carry out the following preliminary checks:
    • Vacuum leaks
    • Electronic Throttle Body
    • Intake air tube (leaks)
    • Correct sealing of intake manifold and components attached to intake air (such as the EGR valve)
  • Are all checks OK? 
Yes GO to the next step.
No REPAIR as necessary.
VERIFY symptom no longer exists.
3 CARRY OUT PCM QUICK TEST
  • See PCM QUICK TEST 01 -01A-169.
  • Are any DTCs displayed during Continuous Memory, Key On Engine Off (KOEO) or Key On Engine Running (KOER) Self-Tests? 
Yes CHECK for cause.
See DTC INDEX - PCM  .
No GO to the next step.
4 CHECK FOR BASE ENGINE AIR LEAKS
  • Check for base engine air leaks (such as intake manifold gasket air leaks). See ENGINE  .
  • Is a fault indicated? 
Yes REPAIR as required.
No GO to the next step.
5
  • VERIFY test results. If OK, see DIAGNOSTIC INDEX  to REPAIR any additional symptoms.