981 · Engine

P0507

Idle Air Control System RPM Higher Than Expected

MED SEVERITY

Measured idle RPM is higher than the commanded idle.

SYMPTOMS

  • Check-engine light
  • High idle
  • Poor idle quality

LIKELY CAUSES

  • Vacuum/intake leak
  • Stuck or dirty throttle body
  • Faulty throttle body

DIAGNOSIS STEPS

  • Smoke-test the intake for leaks
  • Inspect/clean the throttle body
  • Check idle adaptation in live data

RELATED PARTS

  • Throttle body (drive-by-wire)
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