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Idle Speed: Testing and Inspection

Idle Speed Inspection

Note:
^ Idle speed is not adjustable.
^ Idle speed verification requires M-MDS.

1. Verify that the idle speed (M-MDS: RPM PID) is within the specification using M-MDS.
^ If there is malfunction, refer to "ENGINE SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING".

Idle speed
No load: 650 - 750 rpm
Electrical load on": 650 - 750 rpm
P/S operation: 650 - 750 rpm
A/C operation: 700 - 800 rpm

*1: When the following electrical loads are on: Headlights, rear defroster, cooling fan No.1, cooling fan No.2, and the blower motor (2-step or more.)