987 · Engine

P0506

Idle Air Control System RPM Lower Than Expected

MED SEVERITY

Measured idle RPM is lower than the commanded idle.

SYMPTOMS

  • Check-engine light
  • Low or rough idle
  • Possible stalling

LIKELY CAUSES

  • Dirty throttle body
  • Vacuum leak
  • High electrical/mechanical load
  • Faulty throttle body

DIAGNOSIS STEPS

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

RELATED PARTS

  • Throttle body (drive-by-wire)
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