idle control valve

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idle control valve; is this the idle speed actuator?
Topic Started: Wed Nov 4, 2009 3:32 pm (62 Views)
DJ 190	Wed Nov 4, 2009 3:32 pm Post #1
Newbie Posts: 26 Group: Members Member #3,468 Joined: November 6, 2008	I have removed what is described as the "idle speed actuator" for inspection following an engine backfire. Is this what is also called the "idle control valve", please? The pipe that was blown-off after the backfire went to this from the idle air distributor. I wonder if the valve might have been damaged after the backfire?. I can see through the valve (it is not fully closed), but it moves freely. Should it be fully closed? The car will now start but tickover is high at 1200 rpm and it doesn't accelerate under load. I cannot see any other damaged or detached pipes. Your help, please?



Buggs	Thu Nov 5, 2009 12:09 am Post #2
BUGGS Posts: 275 Group: Members Member #604 Joined: October 19, 2006	hiya, i was having the same problem with mine. i still haven't cured it fully as it still backfires on occasions. i think the ICV is meant to stay open, but NOT too sure. please dont quote me on it. i replaced my one and it too was open.



jeremy	Thu Nov 5, 2009 8:38 am Post #3
Member Posts: 6,575 Group: Members Member #2,018 Joined: December 9, 2007	Try pming Andy , UKmerctechie . I am sure he could advise . Jeremy



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