Engine idle irregular
- Make
- Fiat
- Model
- 500 Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 2007–2024
- Section
- Engine › Engine idle irregular
ENGINE IDLE IRREGULAR
The engine idle speed is not correct or the engine does not stick to the idle speed
| Test results | ||||
| 0 | PRELIMINARY CHECKS | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
First, check:
| Move on to Step 1 | 1. Leaks from the manifold gasket 2. Leaks from the throttle body gasket 3. Leaks from the cylinder head | 1. Restore the gasket 2. Restore the gasket 3. Eliminate the leak | |
| 1 | CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Connect the diagnostic equipment (Examiner or other instruments) to the diagnostic socket and check:
| Move on to Step 2 | 1. Error detected in the control unit 2. Parameter not consistent | 1. Continue following the instructions on the diagnostic equipment 2. Continue following the instructions on the diagnostic equipment | |
| 2 | PETROL VAPOUR RECOVERY SOLENOID CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Carry out the active diagnosis of the solenoid valve | Move on to Step 3 | Solenoid not working | Move on to Step 3 | |
| 3 | VAPOUR SOLENOID ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check the wiring between the valve and the engine compartment control unit Check the wiring between the valve and the control unit | Move on to Step 4 | 1. Solenoid faulty 2. Connections not correct | 1. Replace the solenoid valve Op. 1080E28 ENABLEMENT SOLENOID FOR FLOW OF FUEL VAPOUR TO INLET - R+R 2. Restore the correct connections | |
| 4 | PHASE TRANSFORMER CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Connect using the Examiner to the engine control unit and check that the phase transformer is working properly in active diagnosis Check correct operation of the phase transformer by carrying out the See Test and the See Test | Move on to Step 5 | 1. Transformer defective 2. Transformer solenoid defective 3. Wiring from engine control unit to transformer broken | 1. Replace variable valve timing Op. 1036B39 PHASE TRANSFORMER ON CAMSHAFT IN CYLINDER HEAD - R.R. 2. Replace transformer solenoid Op. 1056B48 PHASE TRANSFORMER ELECTROMAGNET - R.R. 3. Restore correct wiring. | |
| 5 | IGNITION SYSTEM CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Inspect the spark plugs and check that they are working properly Check that the coils are working properly by carrying out the See Test 5510CE IGNITION CONTROL SIGNAL CHECK , the See Test 5510CI IGNITION COIL OPERATION CHECK and the | Move on to Step 6 | 1. Spark plugs defective 2. Coil defective | 1. Replace spark plugs 2. Replace coil | |
| 6 | FUEL PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check the fuel supply pressure is correct by carrying out the | Move on to Step 7 | 1. Fuel pressure too low: pipe obstructed 2. Fuel pressure too low: pump defective | 1. Eliminate the obstructions; if necessary, replace the pipe 2. Replace the pump assembly Op. 1040A70 SUBMERGED PUMP ASSEMBLY COMPLETE WITH LEVEL GAUGE CONTROL - R + R | |
| 7 | ENGINE TEMPERATURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check that the engine temperature sensor is working correctly by carrying out the See Test 1056BC ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR OPERATION CHECK | Move on to Step 8 | 1. Engine overheating 2. Engine temperature sensor defective | 1. Restore the engine cooling system 2. Replace the engine temperature sensor Op. 1056B50 | |
| 8 | INJECTOR CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check that the injectors are operating correctly by carrying out | Move on to Step 9 | 1. Injector stuck/incorrectly adjusted 2. Connections not correct | 1. Replace the injector Op. 1056B70 INJECTOR (ONE) - R + R WITH FUEL MANIFOLD PIPE REMOVED - INCLUDES SEAL REPLACEMNT 2. Restore the correct connections | |
| 9 | ACCELERATOR PEDAL CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Check that the accelerator pedal is working correctly. | Move on to Step 10 | 1. Accelerator pedal potentiometer defective 2. Connections not correct | 1. Replace the accelerator pedal Op. 1068A14 2. Restore the correct connections | |
| 10 | CHECK THE OPERATION OF THE MOTORIZED THROTTLE | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check the condition of the motorized throttle actuator connection Check the condition of the wiring Check that the motorized throttle is working properly | Move on to Step 11 | 1. Connection defective 2. Wiring defective 3. Motorized throttle defective | 1. Restore correct connection. 2. Restore the correct wiring. 3. Replace the motorized throttle Op. 1056B14 | |
| 11 | LAMBDA SENSOR CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check that the upstream Lambda sensor is working properly by performing the See Test 1080BA UPSTREAM LAMBDA SENSOR OPERATION CHECK Check that the downstream Lambda sensor is working properly by performing the | Move on to Step 12 | 1. Upstream lambda sensor defective 2. Downstream Lambda sensor defective 3. Upstream sensor wiring defective 4. Downstream sensor wiring defective | 1. Replace the upstream sensor Op. 1080B94 FRONT LAMBDA SENSOR TO WITH CATALYTIC CONVERTER - R.R 2. Replace the downstream sensor Op. 1080B95 REAR LAMBDA SENSOR TO CATALYTIC CONVERTER - R.R 3. Restore correct wiring. 4. Restore correct wiring. | |
| 12 | AIR/TEMPERATURE PRESSURE SENSOR CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check the continuity of the wiring between the sensor and the engine control unit Check that the sensor is working properly by carrying out the See Test 1056BU ASPIRATED AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR OPERATION CHECK | Move on to Step 13 | 1. Wiring broken 2. Sensor defective | 1. Restore the correct wiring. 2. Replace the sensor | |
| 13 | CYLINDER COMPRESSION CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check that the cylinder compression is not too low Op. 0520G15 | Move on to Step 14 | Compression too low | Overhaul the engine | |
| 14 | ENGINE CONTROL UNIT OPERATION CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Check that the engine control unit is working properly. | End of diagnosis | Control unit defective | Replace the engine management control unit | |
The engine idle speed is not correct or the engine does not stick to the idle speed
| Test results | ||||
| 0 | PRELIMINARY CHECKS | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
First, check:
| Move on to Step 1 | 1. Leaks from the manifold gasket. 2. Leaks from the throttle body gasket. 3. Leaks from the cylinder head. | 1. Restore the correct gasket. 2. Restore the correct gasket. 3. Eliminate the leak | |
| 1 | CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Connect the diagnostic equipment (Examiner or other instruments) to the diagnostic socket and check:
| Move on to Step 2 | 1. Error detected in the control unit 2. Parameter not consistent | 1. Continue following the instructions on the diagnostic equipment 2. Continue following the instructions on the diagnostic equipment | |
| 2 | PETROL VAPOUR RECOVERY SOLENOID CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Carry out the active diagnosis of the solenoid valve | Move on to Step 4 | Solenoid not working | Move on to Step 3 | |
| 3 | VAPOUR SOLENOID ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check the wiring between the valve and the engine compartment control unit Check the wiring between the valve and the engine control unit | Move on to Step 4 | 1. Solenoid faulty 2. Connections not correct | 1. Replace the solenoid valve Op. 1080E28 ENABLEMENT SOLENOID FOR FLOW OF FUEL VAPOUR TO INLET - R+R 2. Restore the correct connections | |
| 4 | IGNITION SYSTEM CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Inspect the spark plugs and check they are working properly Check the operation of the coils by carrying out the See Test 5510CI IGNITION COIL OPERATION CHECK , See Test 5510OB IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE CHECK and the | Move on to Step 5 | 1. Spark plugs defective 2. Coil defective | 1. Replace spark plugs 2. Replace coil | |
| 5 | FUEL PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check the fuel supply pressure by performing the | Move on to Step 6 | 1. Fuel pressure too low: pipe obstructed 2. Fuel pressure too low: pump defective | 1. Eliminate the obstructions; if necessary, replace the pipe 2. Replace the pump assembly Op. 1040A70 SUBMERGED PUMP ASSEMBLY COMPLETE WITH LEVEL GAUGE CONTROL - R + R | |
| 6 | ENGINE TEMPERATURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check that the engine temperature sensor is working correctly by carrying out the See Test 1056BC ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR OPERATION CHECK | Move on to Step 7 | 1. Engine overheating 2. Engine temperature sensor defective | 1. Restore the engine cooling system 2. Replace the engine temperature sensor Op. 1056B50 | |
| 7 | INJECTOR CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check the injectors are working correctly | Move on to Step 8 | 1. Injector stuck/incorrectly adjusted 2. Connections not correct | 1. Replace the injector Op. 1056B70 INJECTOR (ONE) - R + R WITH FUEL MANIFOLD PIPE REMOVED - INCLUDES SEAL REPLACEMNT 2. Repair the connections | |
| 8 | ACCELERATOR PEDAL CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Check that the accelerator pedal is working correctly. | Move on to Step 9 | 1. Accelerator pedal potentiometer defective 2. Connections not correct | 1. Replace the accelerator pedal Op. 1068A14 2. Restore the correct connections | |
| 9 | CHECK THE OPERATION OF THE MOTORIZED THROTTLE | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check the condition of the motorized throttle actuator connection Check the condition of the wiring Check that the motorized throttle is working properly, carrying out | Move on to Step 10 | 1. Connection defective 2. Wiring defective 3. Motorized throttle defective | 1. Restore correct connection. 2. Restore the correct wiring. 3. Replace the motorized throttle Op. 1056B14 | |
| 10 | CYLINDER COMPRESSION CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check that the cylinder compression is not too low Op. 0520G15 | Move on to Step 11 | Compression too low | Overhaul the engine | |
| 11 | ENGINE CONTROL UNIT OPERATION CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Check that the engine control unit is working properly | End of diagnosis | Control unit defective. | Replace the engine management control unit | |
The engine idles irregularly. In particular, it does not maintain a constant, regular level with changing load (e.g. consumers switched on) or it is too low
| Test results | ||||
| 0 | PRELIMINARY CHECKS | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Check:
| Move on to Step 1 | 1. Air intake circuit ducts blocked 2. Filter blocked and water, petrol, paraffin or dirt found to be present 3. Fuel leaks | 1. Renew the air intake circuit 2. Water, water, paraffin or dirt found to be present 3. Restore the fuel system seal | |
| 1 | CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Connect the diagnostic equipment (Examiner or other instruments) to the diagnostic socket and check that there are no errors present in the control unit | End of diagnosis | Presence of errors in control unit | Continue following the instructions on the diagnostic equipment | |
| 2 | EGR VALVE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check that the EGR solenoid valve is not stuck open Check that the EGR valve is working properly by carrying out the active diagnosis using the Examiner and checking that the valve does not remain open by carrying out See Test 1080CB | Move on to Step 3 | Solenoid not working | Check the continuity of the wiring See E5050 DIESEL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT replace the solenoid valve if necessary Op. 1080C82 E.G.R. - VALVE HEAT EXCHANGER ASSEMBLY - CONNECTOR PIPES - R.R. | |
| 3 | DIESEL HIGH PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check that the high pressure value is correct by carrying out | Move on to Step 7 | Pressure not correct | Move on to Step 4 | |
| 4 | DIESEL LOW PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check that the low pressure value is correct by carrying out | Move on to Step 5 | Pressure not correct | Move on to Step 6 | |
| 5 | FUEL PUMP CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Using the Examiner check that the fuel pump absorption is correct by carrying out See Test 1040AA | Move on to Step 6 | Electric pump defective | Replace the electric pump Op. 1040A70 SUBMERGED PUMP ASSEMBLY COMPLETE WITH LEVEL GAUGE CONTROL - R + R | |
| 6 | CHECK ON DIESEL PRESSURE SENSOR ON RAIL | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check that the ressure sensor on the rail is working properly by carrying out See Test 1060GR FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR ON RAIL OPERATION CHECK | Move on to Step 7 | 1. Regulator wiring defective 2. Pressure sensor defective | 1. Restore correct wiring 2. Replace the pressure sensor Op. 1060G28 FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR ON FUEL MANIFOLD TO INJECTORS - R.R | |
| 7 | FLOW METER CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check the continuity of the wiring between the engine management control unit and the flow meter Check that the flow meter is receiving the correct power supply [EL_5050] See E5050 DIESEL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT Check that the flow meter signal is correct using the Examiner by carrying out | Move on to Step 8 | 1. Flow meter signal not correct 2. Wiring between flow meter and engine management control unit broken 3. Power supply interrupted | 1. Replace the flow meter Op. 1060G10 AIR FLOW METER - R.R. 2. Restore correct wiring. 3. Restore correct power supply. | |
| 8 | INJECTOR CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check that the diesel leaks from the injector recirculation connections are small (seepage) and roughly equal to one another by carrying out See Test 1060OC INJECTOR SEAL TEST Check that the injectors are working properly by connecting to the engine management control unit in active diagnosis | Move on to Step 9 | 1. Injector with leaks/poor atomization 2. Check the continuity of the wiring between the engine management control unit and the injectors | 1. Replace the injector Op. 1060F10 2. Restore the correct wiring continuity. | |
| 9 | CYLINDER COMPRESSION CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Carry out the cylinder compression check Op. 0520G15 | Move on to Step 11 | Cylinder compression insufficient | Move on to Step 10 | |
| 10 | CHECK ON CAUSE OF INSUFFICIENT COMPRESSION | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Carry out Op. 1016C10 SINGLE CYLINDER HEAD - R.R. AND REPLACE GASKET to check the valve seal Check condition of cylinders/piston rings | End of diagnosis | 1. Valve seal insufficient 2. Cylinder geometry/dimensions faulty 3. Piston rings faulty | 1. Overhaul the cylinder head Op. 1016E10 SINGLE CYLINDER HEAD, REMOVED - OVERHAUL 2. Restore correct operation 3. Restore correct operation | |
| 11 | ENGINE CONTROL UNIT OPERATION CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Replace the engine control unit Op. 1060G80 DIESEL ELECTRONIC INJECTION CONTROL UNIT - R.R and check that the fault is no longer present | End of diagnosis | The fault persists | Move on to Step 12 | |
| 12 | CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATION OF HIGH PRESSURE PUMP | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Replace the high pressure pump | End of diagnosis | |||
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