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if the part is bad for sure i would go to the part store and buy a new one. then look at the wire connector or plug end and look on the engine to find the same thing. if the part may not be bad so try to find a picture of the plug and on some engine the control vavle is on top around the inlet on the oldder models, but with newer engine don't have idle control vavle if you can find a haynes book at the part store it will be a big help now and later on
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How does a car idle?
by the idling air control valve
Can the idle control valve cause a car to overheat?
no it can not.
What is an ICV?
An icv is an idle control valve. It controls the idle of the car (without the accelerator pedal depressed).
Would an idle air control valve cause a car to idle high?
Yes if it is stuck open.
How does a idle air control valve work?
An idle air control valve controls the engine idle revolutions by opening/closing to let more/less air into the throttle body (carburetor)-the car computer reads and controls the valve.
If you unplug your idle air control valve on a car will it turn off?
yes
On a car what is the Idle Air Control Valve for?
idle air control valve allows correct amount of air that engine needs when idleing to keep air to fuel mixture where it should be
Where is the idle air control located for a 2001 grand marquis?
Open the hood of the car and find the idle air control valve. The valve is located on the Gran Marquis' throttle body. The idle air control is a cylinder with a wire connector plugged into it. If needed, refer to your repair manual for an exact diagram. Read more: How to Clean the Idle Air Control Valve in a 2001 Grand Marquis | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_7649344_clean-valve-2001-grand-marquis.html#ixzz1eqCpBmRx
Does the car run rough even in gear and moving if the idle air control valve is bad it runs smooth at high rpm?
Once your out of idle the idle air control valve isn't used so it shouldn't affect the operation of the car once your moving
Where is the idle air control valve on a Lincoln towne car 1991?
its on the trottle body
If my idle control valve is bad will my car cut out when i excelerate?
Your idle air control valve should not affect your acceleration. As soon as you step on the gas , the idle part of your engine should not be operating. If your car cuts out or stumbles, i would suspect a problem with the TPS ( throttle position sensor.)
Will a idle air control valve make the car miss?
Unlikely. A faulty IAC will give you poor, erratic idle speed.
