My 2004 chevy colorado 's check engine light came on i ran the code and it says p0506 which means idle air control system rpm low. How can i fix this issue? And how much do u think it would run me? Thanks
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What Colorado do you have ? 2 wheel or 4 wheel drive ? Sport ,sport LS 3.5L , Z71, Z71 LS. etc. what size engine ? an does it have electronic throttle control ? I have factory service info an it is not showing that code .
DTC P0506
Circuit Description
The throttle actuator control (TAC) motor is controlled by the powertrain control module (PCM). The DC motor located in the throttle body drives the throttle plate. In order to decrease idle speed, the PCM commands the throttle closed reducing air flow into the engine and the idle speed decreases. In order to increase idle speed, the PCM commands the throttle plate open allowing more air to pass the throttle plate. If the actual idle RPM does not match the desired idle RPM within a calibrated time, this DTC sets.
DTC Descriptor
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:
DTC P0506 Idle Speed Low
DTC P0507
Circuit Description
The throttle actuator control (TAC) motor is controlled by the powertrain control module (PCM). The DC motor located in the throttle body drives the throttle plate. In order to decrease idle speed, the PCM commands the throttle closed reducing air flow into the engine and the idle speed decreases. In order to increase idle speed, the PCM commands the throttle plate open allowing more air to pass the throttle plate. If the actual idle RPM does not match the desired idle RPM within a calibrated time, this DTC sets.
DTC Descriptor
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:
DTC P0507 Idle Speed High
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P0506 - Idle Air Control (IAC) System RPM Lower Than Expected
What does that mean? This P0506 code is one that's sometimes triggered on vehicles that have electronic throttle control. That is, they don't have a regular throttle cable from the accelerator pedal to the engine. They rely on sensors and electronics to control the throttle. In this case, the P0506 DTC (diagnostic trouble code) is triggered when the PCM (powertrain control module) detects an engine idle speed that is lower than the desired (pre-programmed) RPM.
Potential Symptoms: Most likely the only thing you'll notice is the idle speed is lower than normal so it will likely be rougher. There are potentially other symptoms as well. Of course, when trouble codes are set, the MIL (malfunction indicator lamp, a.k.a. the check engine light) illuminates.
Causes: A P0506 DTC trouble code may be caused by one or more of the following: * A vacuum leak * An air restriction in the intake air path or exhuast * A faulty positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve * Damaged/failed/dirty throttle body * Internal engine problem * Failed PCM
The first thing to do is clear the code and see if it comes back, and if it does, work your way thru the list of possible causes.
P0506 - Idle Air Control (IAC) System RPM Lower Than Expected
What does that mean? This P0506 code is one that's sometimes triggered on vehicles that have electronic throttle control. That is, they don't have a regular throttle cable from the accelerator pedal to the engine. They rely on sensors and electronics to control the throttle. In this case, the P0506 DTC (diagnostic trouble code) is triggered when the PCM (powertrain control module) detects an engine idle speed that is lower than the desired (pre-programmed) RPM.
Potential Symptoms: Most likely the only thing you'll notice is the idle speed is lower than normal so it will likely be rougher. There are potentially other symptoms as well. Of course, when trouble codes are set, the MIL (malfunction indicator lamp, a.k.a. the check engine light) illuminates.
Causes: A P0506 DTC trouble code may be caused by one or more of the following: * A vacuum leak * An air restriction in the intake air path or exhuast * A faulty positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve * Damaged/failed/dirty throttle body * Internal engine problem * Failed PCM
Possible Solutions: This DTC is more of an informational code, so if there are any other codes set, diagnose them first. If there are no other codes, inspect for vacuum leaks, restrictions, and damage. If there are no symptoms other than the DTC itself, just clear the code and see whether it returns.
P0506 - Idle Air Control (IAC) System RPM Lower Than Expected
What does that mean? This P0506 code is one that's sometimes triggered on vehicles that have electronic throttle control. That is, they don't have a regular throttle cable from the accelerator pedal to the engine. They rely on sensors and electronics to control the throttle. In this case, the P0506 DTC (diagnostic trouble code) is triggered when the PCM (powertrain control module) detects an engine idle speed that is lower than the desired (pre-programmed) RPM.
Potential Symptoms Most likely the only thing you'll notice is the idle speed is lower than normal so it will likely be rougher. There are potentially other symptoms as well. Of course, when trouble codes are set, the MIL (malfunction indicator lamp, a.k.a. the check engine light) illuminates.
Causes A P0506 DTC trouble code may be caused by one or more of the following: * A vacuum leak * An air restriction in the intake air path or exhuast * A faulty positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve * Damaged/failed/dirty throttle body * Internal engine problem * Failed PCM
Possible Solutions This DTC is more of an informational code, so if there are any other codes set, diagnose them first. If there are no other codes, inspect for vacuum leaks, restrictions, and damage. If there are no symptoms other than the DTC itself, just clear the code and see whether it returns.
P0506--idle air control system rpm lower than expected--check around where battery was replaced may have damaged or knocked loose a vacuum line- possible dirty throttle body clean throttle body check for restriction in intake air tube also clean" iac"---possible faulty pcv valve fix or replace if necessary--good luck
P0506 - Idle Air Control System RPM Lower Than Expected Vehicles with electronic throttle control (ETC) This DTC is set when the Powertrain control moduel module (PCM) detects an engine idle speed that is less than the desired RPM. Air intake restriction. Exhaust restriction. Engine mechanical fault. Damaged electronic throttle body (ETB) Damaged PCM This DTC is informational only and it may be accompanied by other DTCs. Diagnose other DTCs first. If other DTCs are not present inspect the intake air system for air restrictions and damage. If no concerns are present, clear the DTC and retest. Hope this helps, keep me posted be glad to help.
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