RAM 50 4WD L4-143 23L DSL Turbo VIN J FI (1983) Idle Speed
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Parking brake Apply
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On vehicles with power steering, set the tires in the straight ahead position to prevent the pump from being loaded.
FIGURE 1 - IDLE-UP ADJUSTING (F.I.D.C.)
2.
Make sure curb idle speed is within the specified speed and reset it by readjusting the speed adjusting screw (SAS 1) if necessary (refer to Group
0) - Figure 1.
3.
Switch the air conditioning system ON.
4.
Adjust the engine speed to the specified speed with the throttle opener setting screw.
5.
Reconnect cooling fan connector.
6.
Turn the air conditioner switch ON/OFF several times to check the throttle opener for operation (lever up/down).
Idle-Up Speed for Setting Throttle Opener
Transaxle
Specified Speed RPM
Manual
900 + or - 50
Automatic
950 + or - 50
Sapporo/Challenger
Page 0-11 - Idle-Up Adjustment for Air Conditioning Unit (whenever adjusting the idle speed)
1.
Setting conditions:
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Coolant temperature 185 to 205~F (85 to 95~C)
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All lights and accessOFF ories
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Transmission Neutral
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Parking brake Apply
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On vehicles with power steering, set the tires in the straight ahead position to prevent the pump from being loaded.
FIGURE 1 - IDLE-UP ADJUSTING (F.I.D.C.)