Ranger 4WD V6-245 4.0L (1991)
Place the transmission is in PARK (A/T), or NEUTRAL (M/T).
STEP 6
Using a tachometer, verify idle rpm is 675 +50/-120 rpm.
Throttle Plate Orifice Plug
NOTE: A plug in the throttle body orifice will decrease idle rpm. Where as an orifice without a plug will increase idle rpm. Orifice plugs and
installation tools are available in service kit # FOPZ-9F652-A.
RPM TOO LOW
a.
Do not clean the throttle body, check for the plate orifice plug.
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If there is no plug, turn the screw clockwise to the desired rpm.
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If there is a plug from previous service, remove the plug, and adjust the screw in either direction as required.
NOTE: Screw must be in contact with the lever pad after adjustment.
RPM TOO HIGH
a.
Turn the engine OFF.
b.
Disconnect air cleaner hose.
c.
Temporarily block the orifice in the throttle plate with tape. If the orifice already has a plug from previous service proceed to Step (e).
d.
RESTART the engine, and check the idle speed, using a tachometer.
NOTE: On vehicles with Mass Air Flow Sensors, reconnect the air intake duct hose before checking rpm. If the engine stalls, crack open the
plate stop screw, but DO NOT over adjust.
e.
If rpm continues to be fast, perform KOEO Self-Test.
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If TPS output code is within range, remove tape from throttle plate, and check for other possible causes.
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If TPS output is out of range, adjust screw for proper TPS code. Lever must be in contact with the screw.
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If rpm is still fast, terminate this procedure, then check for other possible causes.
f.
If rpm drops to 675 or lower, or engine stalls, turn the engine OFF, disconnect the air cleaner hose, and remove tape from throttle plate.
g.
Install the plug with proper color code depending on throttle plate orifice size.
h.
Reconnect the air cleaner hose. START the engine, and check the idle rpm using a tachometer. Turn the plate stop screw clockwise until 675
+/- 25 rpm is achieved.
NOTE: Do not turn the plate stop screw counterclockwise. This may cause the throttle plate to stick at idle.
STEP 7
Turn the engine OFF, and repeat Steps 4, 5, and 6.
STEP 8
Run the KOEO Self-Test for proper TPS code output.
STEP 9
Turn the engine OFF, and disconnect the battery for at least 5 minutes.
STEP 10
Reconnect the Idle Speed Control Air Bypass Solenoid. Verify the throttle plate is not stuck in the bore, and the linkage is not preventing throttle
from closing.
STEP 11
START the engine and idle for two minutes. Goose the accelerator and let the engine return to idle. Lightly depress and release the accelerator,
then let engine idle.
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If idle problem still exists, proceed to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING PROCEDURES/TESTING PROCEDURES/QUICK TEST AND
DIAGNOSTIC AIDS/VISUAL INSPECTION for other possible causes.
PROCEDURES FOR PLUG INSTALLATION
STEP 1
Remove air inlet tube(s) from throttle body.
