Where is the idle air control on your 1997 ford explorer?

1. Where is the idle air control valve located?
2. How do I reset my idle air control?
3. What happens if I unplug the idle air control valve?
4. Can you drive with a bad idle air control valve?
5. How much does it cost to replace an idle air control valve?
6. How do I test my idle air control?
7. Can idle air control valve cause no start?
8. How do I adjust my idle RPM?
9. Does the IAC have a fuse?
10. Can a car run without idle control valve?
11. Can you drive with a code p0507?

Where is the idle air control valve located?

Locating the Idle Air Control Valve

The IACV is usually located on the intake manifold near the back of the throttle body. Before starting the cleaning process, be sure the vehicle is not running and that the engine is cool.

How do I reset my idle air control?

Turn the ignition ON and leave on for several seconds then turn the ignition OFF to allow the ECM to reset the IAC valve. You should be good to go.

What happens if I unplug the idle air control valve?

If it works properly, stopping it would cause panic to your inactive engine. Normally, if you turn on your car, the inactive air control valve will increase and decrease the rpms engine slowly.

Can you drive with a bad idle air control valve?

Technically, you may be able to drive with a bad IAC—but you should not continue doing so. A bad IAC can potentially lead to stalling, which can compromise vehicle safety. Plus, you won't pass a state emissions test if the check engine light is on due to a bad IAC.

How much does it cost to replace an idle air control valve?

The replacement cost of an idle control valve is anywhere from $120 to $500. The cost of the parts alone will be between $70 and $400+, depending on the make and model of your vehicle. The labor cost should only be around $50 to $100 because it doesn't take that long to remove and replace the old idle control valve.

How do I test my idle air control?

Insert the key into the ignition and start the engine. Wait a minute for the engine idle to level off, then use a pen and paper to write down the RPMs that your engine settles and idles at. You may need to let the engine run for a few minutes in order for it to come down to its normal idle speed.

Can idle air control valve cause no start?

4. the car won't start: in extreme cases, the iac valve may cause too much or too little air from entering the engine when you turn the ignition, resulting in engine that cranks but doesn't start.

How do I adjust my idle RPM?

Turn the idle screw, now exposed from the protective rubber coating, in order to adjust the idle. Loosen the screw in a counter-clockwise fashion to increase idle speed or tighten it in a clockwise manner in order to decrease the idle speed. Ideally, you will want the idle to rest at 650 RPM.

Does the IAC have a fuse?

Faulty Fuses

Most modern car engines control the engine idle speed through a motor called an IAC (idle air control) motor. ... A malfunctioning fuse in any of the electronically controlled components including the air bag system can disrupt the function of the IAC motor and lead to a higher idle speed than usual.

Can a car run without idle control valve?

Because there is no physical connection, idle control can be achieved by manipulating the throttle position, so no idle control valve is needed. The TPS uses two independent sensors, similarly to the pedal.

Can you drive with a code p0507?

This trouble code will not prevent your vehicle from driving, but you may experience engine stalling, high idle rpm, harsh engagement of transmission, difficulty starting, and/or surging idle.