What happens to the idle on a Honda Accord?
So basically, it sounds like whatever type of intake system you have, it’s going to be set up to have a high idle when the engine is very cold, and the idle will slowly return to normal as the engine heats up. Not being familiar with the technical layout of Honda engines this may be a long-shot.
Why does my car idle at high idle?
If this tube becomes loose or broken it can leak un-metered air into the engine effectively causing an unbalance (via the mass air flow MAF sensor) in the computer system which can produce fast or slow idle.
What causes Honda Accord 4cyl to stall when warm?
I had a different idle problem two months ago that I never got to root cause on, see writeup here: 2005 Honda Accord 4cyl low idle and stalling when warm. Troubleshooting steps performed: Suspected poor air-flow. I removed and inspected the air filter. Air filter was fine.
How can I keep my car at idle?
Step 3 – Engine vacuum is a sealed system and must hold a specific amount to maintain proper idle conditions, inspect the engine vacuum hoses and intake gaskets. Step 4 – The air intake boot or tube is used to deliver air to the intake system of the engine.
What to do when your car is at high idle?
While observing the valve with a flashlight, turn the key to the “ON” position, (DO NOT START ENGINE.) the valve should move slightly. Step 3 – Engine vacuum is a sealed system and must hold a specific amount to maintain proper idle conditions, inspect the engine vacuum hoses and intake gaskets.
I had a different idle problem two months ago that I never got to root cause on, see writeup here: 2005 Honda Accord 4cyl low idle and stalling when warm. Troubleshooting steps performed: Suspected poor air-flow. I removed and inspected the air filter. Air filter was fine.
How can I check the idle air control?
To perform a rough check of the idle air control, remove the valve while reconnecting the wiring harness. While observing the valve with a flashlight, turn the key to the “ON” position, (DO NOT START ENGINE.) the valve should move slightly.
When to remove an idle air control valve?
Because of the nature of this valve (large air volume processed) it should be serviced when a tune up is performed to remove “coking” which will hinder the valve’s performance. To perform a rough check of the idle air control, remove the valve while reconnecting the wiring harness.