Re: [DML] Stuck

["DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx>]

Richard,

Check the plug and wires at the electrical connector before deciding that
the idle speed motor is NG. If the motor is the problem, you have already
done all the procedures necessary to fix it. The motor may have
an intermittent coil winding which is not repairable.

Be sure that the idle speed microswitch, connections, and throttle linkage
are all working properly.

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----- Original Message -----
From: Richard Strecker <dmc1219@xxxx>
To: DMC <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Sunday, July 23, 2000 10:05 PM
Subject: [DML] Stuck


> Is there a cure for a sticking idle motor?
>
> I've been having problems lately with the idle not returning to ~750.
> Sometimes it will run at 1000 rpm other times somewhere between 1K and
> 1.5K. I noticed that the hose link between the cold start valve and the
> idle motor was a very sloppy fit, so I replaced it. While I had the
> idle motor off, I noticed that there was l lot of dirt? carbon, gunk,
> whatever in the passage. After a few shots of carb cleaner, the passage
> looks pretty clean. Cleaned the electrical contacts & resealed the air
> pipe, reassembled everything.
> Started the engine & idle seemed OK, gave it a quick hit with the
> accelerator & back to high idle speed. In somewhat desperation I rapped
> the idle motor with a screwdriver handle .......the idle speed returned
> to normal. I've tried this several more times and every time the
> screwdriver works.
> This may get a little awkward while driving if I have to get out & whack
> the idle motor at each stop light. So, other than replacing the idle
> motor, are there any suggestions????
>
>
> Richard
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