Checking the terminal

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Fig 1: Identifying Ignition OFF

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Fig 2: Identifying Connector

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Ignition off
Idle air control (IAC) valve connector disconnected.
Check the idle air control (IAC) valve connector for contact resistance and oxidation according to Contact resistance and oxidation .

Remedy as necessary.

Fig 3: Identifying Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve Connector Terminals
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Fig 4: Identifying Ohmmeter
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Were any faults found?

YES
Refer to Verification
NO
Refer to Checking the idle air control (IAC) valve