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Engine - Idle Surge/Rough Idle

Group: ENGINE ELECTRICAL

Number: 95-36-002

Date: JUNE, 1995

Model: ELANTRA(All) (1.6L & 1.8L)
SONATA (All) (2.0L & 3.0L)

SUBJECT:
ISC Servo (Stepper Motor) Troubleshooting

CONDITION:

1) Poor driveability (rough idle, stalling, etc.) or:

2) The vehicle's idle speed remains higher than normal and may surge rhythmically.

CORRECTION:

Using the Hyundai Scanner call up the service data for the stepper motor # 45 and engine rpm (crank angle) # 22.

Start the engine and bring to operating temperature. With the engine idling, turn the headlights on and observe the service data from the scanner. If, with the lights on, the engine does not maintain specified idle speed, the stepper motor may be inoperative.

NOTE:
The stepper motor service data read by the scanner is the command signal to the stepper motor, and is not the actual stepper motor position.

CAUTION:
A short circuit in either coil winding of the stepper motor may result in damage to the ECM. If a vehicle displays the above symptoms, DO NOT simply replace the ECM without first performing the operation below.

1. If the stepper motor is still inoperative following the throttle body repair, perform the following:

A) Run a sweep test using the HDS machine to verify harness wiring and ECM output. Repair as necessary. NOTE: If ISC needs replacement, proceed to Step # 3.




B) If an HDS machine is not available, you may also verify the condition of the coils by disconnecting the stepper motor connector and measuring the winding resistances using a DVOM as shown below.

IDLE SPEED CONTROL SERVO CONTINUITY CHECK Measure the resistance between each of the terminals: STANDARD RESISTANCE:

Between terminal 2 and terminal 1 28-40 OHM (at 20°C (68°F)
Between terminal 2 and terminal 3 28-40 OHM (at 20°C (68°F)
Between terminal 5 and terminal 6 28-40 OHM (at 20°C (68°F)
Between terminal 5 and terminal 4 28-40 OHM (at 20°C (68°F)

If resistance is within specifications, proceed to Step 6.

2) If any measurement taken indicates an electrical short (close to zero ohms), the ISC Servo (stepper motor) will need to be replaced.




3) The throttle body assembly should also be removed for replacement of Item B and inspection of items A & C.

4) Throttle body components should be replaced if necessary, as indicated by the inspection.

5) Following the repair, proper operation of the stepper motor should be verified by using the scanner as previously described.

6) If the stepper motor is still inoperative following the throttle body repair, perform the following:

A) Verify harness continuity from the ISC connector to the ECM.

B) If no opens or shorts are found in the harness, use a functioning ECM and verify proper stepper motor operation.