Vauxhall Vectra B facelift (1999 - 2002) - 2000 1.8 - idle control valve etc

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Fri 7 Mar 2008 16:02
2000 1.8 - idle control valve etc - samsun
hi can any one explain wheres my idle contol valve is and airflow meter and throttle boddy???????ive had my vectra x reg 1.8 ls on a comp to see why engine man light is on and its come up with these faults,i want to clean them etc to hopefully save some cash.thanks.

{year + engine added to subject header as per the 3 separate requests!}

Edited by Dynamic Dave on 07/03/2008 at 18:33

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Fri 7 Mar 2008 17:30
idle control valve etc - John S
In simple terms the airflow meter is in the large diameter plastic hose between the air filter and the manifold. Throttle body is on the inlet manifold, just below the point that the plastic hose connects. Idle control valve is bolted to the side of the throttle body. Without being dismissive, I am concerned that if you can't identify them, then it's risky trying to clean them - you need to know what you're doing not to cause damage.
JS
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Fri 7 Mar 2008 18:10
idle control valve etc - samsun
cheers,il seek some help mate.
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Fri 7 Mar 2008 18:39
idle control valve etc - Dynamic Dave
Info in the link below on cleaning the idle control valve.

tinyurl.com/28cwyh

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Sat 8 Mar 2008 16:58
idle control valve etc - keep the heap going
I seem to recall older Vauxhalls like Cavaliers seemed to be notorious for idle solenoid problems.
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