What happens when the battery is disconnected on a Toyota?
When the starting battery is disconnected on late model Toyota and Lexus vehicles the engine control module loses the learned position of the idle air control valve or throttle actuator motor (throttle-by-cable or throttle-by-wire, respectively).
What should I do if my idle control motor is disconnected?
The engine should still start and run without any issue despite the idle control motor being disconnected. Be sure to tuck the wiring you disconnected up in the engine bay so it doesn’t get caught in any moving parts. Look for a difference in idle speed.
What’s the rough idle after a Toyota battery replacement?
Here’s a DIY from YouTube demonstrating his procedure for cleaning the throttle on a 2003, 2AZ powered Camry: As Eden Prairie and Chanhassen’s Toyota and Lexus repair specialist we hope this helps the DIY and professional auto mechanic alike sort out the typical rough idle after a Toyota or Lexus battery replacement, repair, or disconnect.
Where is the IACV located on a car?
Step 1: Locate the IACV. It will be positioned on the intake manifold along the rear by the throttle body. Step 2: Remove intake hose. You’ll have to take off the intake hose from the throttle body.
When did the battery on my Tacoma die?
Discussion in ‘ 2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015) ‘ started by beriman10, Jul 27, 2018 . So the battery on my Tacoma died recently and was curious as to the TW’s thoughts on what is the best battery to get.
Why does my Toyota Prius idle when the battery is disconnected?
We wrote about something similar on the Prius, being a common cause of the MIL. When the starting battery is disconnected on late model Toyota and Lexus vehicles the engine control module loses the learned position of the idle air control valve or throttle actuator motor (throttle-by-cable or throttle-by-wire, respectively).