Sable V6-182 3.0L (1986)
NOTE:
Not using the Orifice Tool in the PCV entry line will result in a high throttle plate set and a high idle speed (rolling idle hot).
9.
Apply the parking brake and block the wheels. Idle the vehicle with an automatic transmission in Drive or Park. With a manual transmission, idle
in Neutral.
NOTE:
If the electric cooling fan comes on during the idle set procedure, unplug the fan motor power leads or wait until the fan switches off.
Figure 12
10.
Adjust the throttle plate stop screw for 760 RPM in Drive or 980 RPM in Park or Neutral, Figure 12.
NOTE:
When setting the hardstop RPM, it is critical to use an accurate tachometer.
11.
After the idle has been set, shut off the engine.
12.
Restart the vehicle and idle the vehicle for 3 to 5 minutes. Make sure the idle speed is set to the specification in Step 10.
13.
If the idle speed is not to the specification of Step 10, repeat Step 10.
14.
Shut off the engine.
15.
Disconnect the negative battery terminal for 5 minutes.
16.
Remove the Orifice Tool and reconnect the PCV entry line.
17.
Reconnect the spout connector.
18.
Reconnect the air bypass valve assembly.
19.
Reconnect the electric cooling fan if unplugged.
20.
Verify that the throttle plate is not stuck in the throttle bore and that the throttle plate stop screw is setting on the rest pad with the throttle closed.
21.
Reconnect the negative battery terminal.
22.
Restart the engine. With the transmission in Neutral, hold the engine speed at 2000 RPM for 30-45 seconds then allow the engine to return to idle.
Run the engine at idle to 3 to 5 minutes then check the idle speed. The idle should be 700 RPM in Neutral or Drive.
23.
Check and adjust the throttle valve (TV) linkage. Refer to the 1986 Taurus/Sable Shop Manual, Section 17-15-11.
NOTE:
The nominal controlled idle speed will be 700 RPM after performing the above steps.
