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Diagnostic procedure

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SLOW RETURN TO IDLE - DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE

STEP INSPECTION ACTION
1
  • Connect WDS or equivalent to DLC-2.
  • Turn ignition key to ON (Engine OFF).
  • Retrieve any DTCs.
  • Is "PASSED" displayed?
Yes No DTC is displayed: 
  • Go to next step.
No DTC is displayed: 
  • Go to appropriate DTC test.
2 Yes ECT and thermostat are okay.
Go to next step.
No Access ECT PID.
Inspect for both ECT PID and temperature gauge on instrument cluster readings.
  • If temperature gauge on instrument cluster indicates normal range but ECT PID is not same as temperature gauge reading, inspect ECT sensor.
  • If temperature gauge on instrument cluster indicates cold range but ECT PID is normal, inspect temperature gauge and heat gauge unit.
3
  • Is throttle body free of contaminations?
Yes Inspect for air leakage from intake-air system components while racing engine to higher speed.
No Clean or replace throttle body.
4
  • Verify test results.
    • If okay, return to diagnostic index to service any additional symptoms.
    • If malfunction remains, inspect related Service Bulletins and/or On-line Repair Information and perform repair or diagnosis.
      • If vehicle is repaired, troubleshooting completed.
      • If vehicle is not repaired or additional diagnostic information is not available, replace or reprogram PCM.