IACV Control Circuit

1999 Lexus RX 300 AWD V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE)SECTION IACV Control Circuit



CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
This circuit opens and closes the IACV (Intake Air Control Valve) in response to the engine load in order to increase the intake efficiency (ACIS: Acoustic Control Induction System).

When the engine speed is 3,700 rpm or less and the throttle valve opening angle is 30° or more, the ECM turns the two VSV ON or OFF and operate the IACV.

INSPECTION PROCEDURE

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LEXUS hand-held tester

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OBD II scan tool (excluding LEXUS hand-held tester)


RENDER: 1.0x

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