Excel L4-1468cc 1.5L SOHC (8 VALVE) (1986)
Idle Speed: Adjustments
IDLE SPEED CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES
Fig. 83 Idle Speed Adjustment Screw (SAS)
1.
Confirm initial inspection conditions:
a.
Engine coolant temperature is 176 - 203°F.
b.
Lights, cooling fan and all accessories are OFF.
c.
Transmission is in neutral or park.
d.
Steering wheel is in straight-ahead position, (on vehicles with power steering).
2.
Check the ignition timing and adjust, if necessary. (Refer to IGNITION TIMING)
3.
Connect a tachometer to the negative (-) terminal of the ignition coil.
4.
Maintain engine speed at 2,000 - 3,000 rpm for 5 - 10 seconds.
5.
Allow engine to idle for 2 minutes.
6.
Check the curb idle speed.
Curb Idle Speed:
800 ± 100 rpm
7.
If not as specified, adjust using speed adjusting screw (SAS) 1. Fig. 83
8.
Stop the engine and remove the tachometer.