Opel Corsa Utility 1.4i . Cleaning the Air Idle Sensor

I decided to do a quick clean of the air Idle sensor on the Opel Corsa Utility 1.4i . This valve controls the idle of the engine and is very important on start up.
A dirty idle sensor can also lead to fuel consumption issues.
I hope this helps to improve a simple yet important part of the engine.

[@maxolonlasix7389]

Thank you for the informative video. Well my Opel Corsa Utility 1.4i, model 2008 the idle is high, power failure and showing the engine light caution. First I thought its plug spark , then I perform minor service ( plugs, air & oil filter). I even bought the spray for Body throttle. What I have notice is if I remove the cable to idle valve it's doesn't make any changes. Do you think the idle valve is faulty?

[@solveitautomotive9485]

Hi. As I will always say , it is difficult to assess without seeing the vehicle. If you were daily driving and it happened suddenly, most probably a component has failed.
You can start with replacing the idle valve., but there may be other issues if the engine light stays on. Rather take it to a proper mechanical shop for assessment.

[@mariusferreira]

Great vedeo. Can you tell me where the o2 sensor is? And the vacuum line?

[@deonvanzyl1465]

Thanks for the video, so the o ring must be right at the base of the valve?

[@solveitautomotive9485]

Thanks. Yes it is at the base and then fits into the tapered area on the manifold when you tighten it.

[@wernerherbst6858]

Thanks you very useful

[@user-qn8xz5oz6o]

My Corsa doesn't want to idle and it can't drive because the engine keeps shutting down

[@solveitautomotive9485]

Hi if it swings and starts but does not idle then the idle sensor and wiring might be a place to start investigating. Also depends what model you have.

[@user-bv8ge4fv5q]

My Opel Corsa utility bakkie 2003 idle with hicurps and when it's downhill it's turns off

[@yudhirsingh8008]

My corsa 1.4 is heavy on fuel and sometimes it switches off.

[@solveitautomotive9485]

Sorry for the late reply. It's always difficult to diagnose without a proper inspection. I can only suggest that you start by asking yourself when was the last major service, petrol pump, injectors, ring wear, exhaust, sensors.Has the timing been checked. So best to take it to a reputable company if you can't do it yourself.

[@OPELMAN552]

Salaam

[@solveitautomotive9485]

Wlkmslm , how you brother

[@theDudeknows]

Idle control valve, not a sensor.

[@solveitautomotive9485]

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