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Idle Speed/Throttle Actuator - Electronic: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative battery cable.

Throttle Body:




2. Unlock and disconnect electrical connector from Idle Air Control Motor (IAC).
3. Remove IAC mounting bolt.
4. Remove IAC from throttle body.

INSTALLATION

O-rings:




When servicing throttle body components, always reassemble components with new O-rings and seals where applicable. If assembly of component is difficult, a light coat of engine oil may be applied to the O-RINGS ONLY to aid assembly.

1. The new idle air control motor has a new O-ring installed on it.

Throttle Body:




2. Carefully place idle air control motor into throttle body.
3. Install mounting screw(s). Tighten mounting screw to 5.5 N.m (49 in. lbs.) torque.
4. Connect electrical connector to idle air control motor.
5. Connect negative cable to battery.