What happens if you remove the idle air control valve?
If it works properly, stopping it would cause panic to your inactive engine. Normally, if you turn on your car, the inactive air control valve will increase and decrease the rpms engine slowly.
Is the IAC in the throttle body?
Typically, the IAC valve is mounted on the throttle body, which is seen in the diagram. The engine’s computer controls the valve by sending voltage pulses to it. This causes the motor inside the IAC valve to move and direct airflow around the throttle plate to control idle speed.
How do you replace an idle air control valve?
Remove any parts that are in the way of accessing the idle air control valve. Unplug the electrical connector on the idle air control valve. Remove the idle air control valve. Remove the gasket and make sure no gunk is left behind. Bolt on the new idle air control valve with a new gasket. Reattach the electrical connector.
How do you get to the throttle body?
To access the throttle body, you will have to remove the engine air intake rubber. The air intake rubber is usually secured with a clamp which is easy to remove. The rubber makes it so easy to locate the throttle body if you are not sure what you are looking for. Remove the screws and secure the air intake rubber.
What makes up the throttle body and idle air?
IAT – Intake Air Temperature – Measures the temperature of the air the engine is intaking. IAC – Idle air control – Controls the amount of air the engine is intaking while it is idling. Throttle body – Responsible for regulating flow of air into the engine as you press the gas pedal.
How to fix high idle after throttle body cleaning?
The idle will relearn if you put the vehicle in drive and allow the idle to come down with all accessories off for about two to three minutes. Then turn on your a/c with blower in high position for three minutes. This should fix it.