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Fast Idle Air (FIA) Valve

CAUTION: DO NOT  allow water to contact any other portion of throttle body when immersing fast idle air valve in water.

Remove throttle body. See REMOVE/INSTALL/OVERHAUL - 1.3L SOHC article in this section. Immerse fast idle air valve portion of throttle body in water. Ensure valve closes gradually as water temperature rises. Valve should be fully closed at about 176°F (80°C).