Escort L4-116 1.9L SOHC HO (1989)
Idle Speed: Adjustments
IDLE SPEED
1.
Disconnect Idle Speed Control Air Bypass Solenoid.
2.
Place automatic transmission in PARK.
3.
Start engine and run at 2000 rpm for 60 seconds.
4.
Check/adjust idle to 950 +/- 50 rpm.
5.
Engine OFF reconnect Idle Speed Control Air Bypass Solenoid, verify the throttle is not stuck in the bore and linkage not preventing throttle from
closing.
6.
Start engine and stabilize for 2 minutes then goose the engine and let it return to idle, lightly depress and release the accelerator, let engine idle. If
idle problem still exists check for other possible causes.