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1991 PM7 ECU Technical Reference

Technical reference for the 1991 PM7 ECU, including idle target configuration and sensor management.

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The PM7 ECU is a specific engine control unit variant utilized in the 1991 Honda Civic and CRX chassis. This document outlines the configuration parameters for idle control and general sensor management.

Idle Control Configuration

Setting the target idle on the PM7 ECU requires adjustment of the specific memory address responsible for the idle RPM lookup table.

Important

Ensure the engine is at full operating temperature before attempting to calibrate or verify idle settings.

Target Idle Parameters

The target idle speed is determined by the ECU based on coolant temperature and electrical load. To modify these values, update the lookup table within the ROM:

Parameter Description Typical Value
Target Idle Base idle RPM at operating temp 750–800 RPM
Cold Idle High idle during warm-up 1200–1500 RPM

Sensor Management

The PM7 utilizes standard OBD0 sensor inputs. Refer to the following table for critical signal paths:

PM7 Sensor Signal Paths

of 2 connections

PM7 (OBD0) Idle Control System
Test point A11 EACV
  1. ECU to EACV Solenoid
Electronic Air Control Valve
PM7 (OBD0) Idle Control System
Test point B10 TPS
  1. Sensor to ECU
Throttle Position Sensor

No matching connections.

Tip

If the idle is erratic, verify the EACV duty cycle and check for vacuum leaks in the intake manifold before modifying ROM values.

OBD trouble code lookup
Code System Description & Causes
No matching codes found.

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