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Thread: M50 ICV access - can it be made easier?

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    Default M50 ICV access - can it be made easier?

    Hi Guys,

    Later this year I'll be replacing my M20B20 with an M50B25 power unit, and from past experiences I know how hard the M50 idle control valve is to R&R.
    What is to stop me from moving the ICV position from under the inlet to somewhere more accessible? Would it be a simple case of fitting longer tubes and extending the cables to the three pin plug? Any thoughts?

    Cheers,

    Shaun M

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    Sure, but why? How often do you expect to be servicing it?
    They are a bitch though
    "The gas pedal wouldn't go to the floor if it weren't meant to be there"

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    Quote Originally Posted by Ross View Post
    Sure, but why? How often do you expect to be servicing it?
    They are a bitch though
    i need to clean mine this week, and I am trying to find a DIY on removing the intake manifold to make it easier to get to the valve. Anyone know where I can find one?

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    I just fancy relocating mine to eliminate the blood, sweat, tears and profanity that will result if I have to strip down a recently installed engine to clean out a stupid gummed-up valve. I'm not a fan of doing a job twice if I can avoid it!

    Regards,

    Shaun M

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    Quote Originally Posted by repenttokyo View Post
    i need to clean mine this week, and I am trying to find a DIY on removing the intake manifold to make it easier to get to the valve. Anyone know where I can find one?
    Is 15 minutes too slow?

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    Quote Originally Posted by whiskychaser View Post
    Is 15 minutes too slow?
    i'm worried my hands won't fit - it's been a problem before. i scoped it out today and plan on making my first attempt tomorrow - picked up some carb cleaner today.

    do you think removing the throttle body will make it easier?

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    Quote Originally Posted by repenttokyo View Post
    i'm worried my hands won't fit - it's been a problem before. i scoped it out today and plan on making my first attempt tomorrow - picked up some carb cleaner today.

    do you think removing the throttle body will make it easier?
    I dont see any way to get at it without removing the throttle body and inlet manifold. IIRC its held in with a stupid plastic clip which you could easily break even if you can see it

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