Auto Systems and Repair
Idle Speed Control Motor
An idle speed control motor maintains proper engine idle by mechanically opening and closing the throttle as commanded by the engine control module.
Symptoms of Wear or Failure
- Incorrect engine idle
- Illumination of the Check Engine Light
Related Repair Advice
- The throttle body should be cleaned and the minimum idle speed verified whenever the idle speed motor is replaced
Related Items:
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...has been sputtering when stopped at a light and also when driving, my mechanic said it was the idle speed control valve and would cost $800.00? I only have 24,000 miles on it.
Q&A > Chrysler > 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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My cold start high idle doesn't work, is there a specific sensor for this - the engine temperature guage works fine.
Q&A > Toyota > 1992 Toyota Celica
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...t. Since i also need an emissions inspection done, the mechanic failed it and told me that the Idle speed control motor needs to be cleaned, and then he'd see if that fixed the check engine light.
The pric...
Q&A > Honda > 1996 Honda Civic
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My problem is a very fast idle when in park and when in drive the vehicle goes 30-40 mph on its own. Also, the emission system warning light is on. I know nothing about a diagnostic code or where u...
Q&A > Ford > 2004 Ford Escape
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2002 mercury grand marquis idle speed control making a moaning sound.
Q&A > Mercury > 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis
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