Idle Air Control (IAC) System

INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL LINE

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
This system automatically controls engine idle speed to a specified level. Idle speed is controlled through fine adjustment of the amount of air which by-passes the throttle valve via IACV-AAC valve. The IACV-AAC valve repeats ON/OFF operation according to the signal sent from the ECM. The camshaft position sensor detects the actual engine speed and sends a signal to the ECM. Then, the ECM controls the ON/OFF time of the IACV-AAC valve so that engine speed coincides with the target value memorized in ECM. The target engine speed is the lowest speed at which the engine can operate steadily. The optimum value stored in the ECM is determined by considering various engine conditions. Such conditions include noise and vibration transmitted to the vehicle interior, fuel consumption, and engine load.