I need to remove and clean my idle air control value can any give me some guidance?

Question

I have a 1997 Ford Escort 1800 Zetec, i need to remove and clean the idle air control value. Is there anyone who has had hands on experience who can give me some advice on doing it.Thanks.

Answer 1

unbolt it, use a glass of petrol and dip it in that for five mins, use a soft paintbrush and clean around the inside.
dry for a couple of hours or use compressed air.

or like me use a can of silicone spray, a bit of tissue and dry with a rag, worked for me!

Answer 2

I assume this is because the idle has gone "up the creek" and the engine keeps stalling, probably after about 50,000 miles Although they can be cleaned , in the long term it`s better to fit a new one. For some odd reason they just don't seem to work very well or for long after cleaning, so you might as well "bite the bullet" and fit a new one. Saves doing the job twice !

Answer 3

Be very careful not to bend the needle or it wont run correctly