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Introduction to On Board Diagnostics (II)

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Functionality of PowertrainControl Module (PCM) inOBD <strong>II</strong> <strong>Diagnostics</strong>Perform powertrain control functions <strong>to</strong> reduce emissionsand meet OBD <strong>II</strong> regulations.Idle Speed Control: When the throttle angle reaches its closed positionand engine RPM falls below a preset value (about 600), the PCM switches<strong>to</strong> idle speed control mode. The PCM controls the idle air controlpintle (valve) <strong>to</strong> let air <strong>to</strong> flow in<strong>to</strong> intake manifold, bypassing the closedthrottle <strong>to</strong> prevent the engine from stalling due <strong>to</strong> lack of <strong>to</strong>rque. Thepintle is operated by a stepper mo<strong>to</strong>r, which withdraws the pintle from itsclosed position (seat) <strong>to</strong> open the bypass that lets a limited amount ofair flow in<strong>to</strong> the intake manifold. Idle speed is detected by the RPM sensorindicating a low value, the vehicle is stationary, and throttle is closed. ThePCM adjusts the pintle <strong>to</strong> keep the idle speed around 600 <strong>to</strong> 700 RPM. Thepintle valve is completely closed when engine is not idling.

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