Because this seems to be a common problem with civics, especially EK's and EM1's.
I didnt realize it happened so much until it happened to me, an only then i noticed the ridiclous amount of posts like 'idle acting up, IACv, etc'
First off, the code you're getting (P0505) same as CEL 14, is not IACv like how it says in the FAQ's stickied in here, Club Si, etc...
P0505/Code 14 is Idle Control SYSTEM malfunction, not IACv.
Possible Causes:
-IACvalve mechanical malfunction
-Throttle body clogged port, improper adjustment
-Intake manifold gasket leakage
-Intake airhose loose leakage
-Vacuum leak
-ECT sensor incorrect output
-Throttle Posistion Sensor incorrect output
(for the TPS incorrect output, this might be only for motors made in '96)
Try an check these things.
Start the motor, hold rpms at 3000 until the radiator fan comes on, then let it idle.
Check TPS, with the throttle fully closed, the TPS should be around 10%
(coolant temp should be around 200 degrees, give or take 5 degress or so.)
if your idle is above 550, check for vacuum leaks. Take the intake off, put your finger over the lower port in the throttle body. if the idle doesnt drop, check for vacuum leaks, make sure the throttle valve is closed completely.
if the idle does drop, adjust the idle speed. if you cannot adjust, replace IACv.
if the idle is less than 550, do the following:
disconnect the connector from the IACv.
(for A/T, d167y) if the engine speed doesnt increase, replace IACv. if it dies increase, adjust the (base) idle speed, clean the ports in the throttle body as necessary.
(for B16A2, d16y5,y8)if the engine speed drops or stalls, adjust the (base) idle speed, clean the ports in the throttle body as necessary. if the engine speed doesnt drop, or doesnt stall, replace IACv.
Do these before you decide to go down to Honda and spend $290 on a new IAVc and you dont need it. But if you do, i have one, brand new in box that i cant return, so its for sale.
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