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Test Point 8 - Idle Positioner

TEST POINT 8

Idle Positioner




1. Pull off plug on idle positioner.
2. Connect center flat male plug of idle positioner on 12 V source. Connect both outside flat male plugs on ground alternately (use insulated test tips).
Positioner must move to other stop each time.
3. Connect plug on idle positioner and turn on ignition.
Idle positioner must be felt to vibrate because of frequency input.
4. Connect engine tester for speed test.
Start engine and turn air bypass screw when engine is running at steady idle speed.
The idle positioner must correct the briefly changed idle speed.