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Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch (For Computer) > < Intake Air Temperature Sensor|Specifications|Page 1613
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Auxiliary Air Valve (Idle Speed): Testing and Inspection

Auxiliary Air Regulator, Checking

Note:  When engine is cold, regulator is open fully, allowing additional air to engine

Auxiliary Air Regulator Components

1 = Bimetal spring
2 = Heating coil
3 = Rotary gate valve

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Check regulator electrically by pulling connector off and attaching ohmmeter to both terminals
Meter should read approx. 30 ohms

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Check mechanically by pulling off both hoses and blowing into regulator
With engine cold, regulator must be open
With engine warm, regulator must be closed

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Turn ignition ON
After 5 minutes, regulator must close

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