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My engine light came on and the scan read the the ECM has detected the IAC counts are higher/lower than expected. The engine speed is not in the expected range. Probable causes: vacuum leak on engine, dirty throttle body, IAC motor defective, poor electrical connection to the IAC valve. What does this mean? Is it okay to drive the car until I can get it to a repair shop or will I burn out my engine?
If you notice idle getting too low, or car stalling on turns, or when AC /heater is on etc, (engine under load) then yes, probably IAC motor is defective, or dirt in the seat area of it. Only thing to be aware of, is it might stall when off the gas, so be careful when turning, and/or stopping. Have it looked at first chance, but it shouldn't hurt vehicle, just be cautious driving when you let off the gas, it could stall.
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code p 0507 refers to idle speed (ISC) system-rpm higher expected ===causes ---wiring---ISC actuator --IAC valve--throttle motor ---throttle valve tight /sticking---ECM
it also refers to idle air control (IAC) system --circuit low ===causes ---wiring short to ground ---IAC valve --ECM
I would be wary of getting the throttle control actuator as all of the other possible causes indicate that it may not be that that is faulty
A vacuum leak Leaking air intake after the throttle body EGR valve leaking vacuum A faulty positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve Damaged/failed/dirty throttle body Failed EVAP system Failed IAC (idle air controller) or faulty IAC circuit
by what the forums say this seems to be a common problem. Before you go replacing stuff, I'd check vac hoses real close, and connections to the throttle body(and see if the throttle place is nice and tight) and IAC, maybe get some contact spray and spray the connections to make sure they are working. The checklist is:
Explanation:
The ECM has detected that the IAC counts are higher or lower then expected, the engine speed is not in its expected range
Probable Causes
1 - Vaccum leak on engine
2 - Dirty throttle body
3 - IAC motor defective
4 - Poor electrical connection to te TAC value
Possible causes
- Faulty Engine Control Module (ECM)
- ECM harness is open or shorted
- ECM circuit poor electrical connection
- Shorted sensor on 5 volt circuit What does this mean? When is the code detected?
The Engine Control Module (ECM) has detected the sensor 5 volt reference circuit voltage is higher or lower than expected
Possible symptoms
- Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
P0641 Chevrolet Description
The control module has 2 internal 5-volt reference buses called "5-volt reference 1" and"5-volt reference 2". Each reference bus provided 5-volt reference circuit for more than one sensor. Therefore, a fault condition on one 5-volt reference circuit will affect the other 5-volt reference circuits connected to the reference bus. The control module monitors the voltage on the 5-volt reference buses.
The check engine light will come on when the ECM detects knock, it will only stay on if excessive knock is detected. I would replace the fuel filter and check your fuel pressure.
Could also be a bad knock sensor as the ECM will also advance the timing to make the engine knock. If on knock is detected when the ECM is doing this it will light the check engine light.
P0507 - Idle Air Control (IAC) System RPM Higher Than Expected
This P0507 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 P0507 DTC (diagnostic trouble code) is triggered when the PCM (powertrain control module) detects an engine idle speed that is greater than the desired (pre-programmed) RPM. In the case of GM vehicles (and possibly others) if the idle speed is over 200 rpm higher than expected, this code will be set.
Potential Symptoms: Most likely you'll notice the idle speed is higher than normal. 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 P0507 DTC trouble code may be caused by one or more of the following: * A vacuum leak * Leaking air intake after the throttle body * EGR valve leaking vacuum * A faulty positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve * Damaged/failed/dirty throttle body * Failed EVAP system * Failed IAC (idle air controller) or faulty IAC circuit
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 the intake air system for air or vacuum leaks and damage. If there are no symptoms other than the DTC itself, just clear the code and see whether it returns.
If you have an advanced scan tool that can interact with the car, command the idle higher and lower to see if the engine responds appropriately. Also check the PCV valve to see if it's blocked and needs to be replaced. Check the IAC (idle air controller) if equipped, verify it's operation. If available, try swapping in a new throttle body to see if that fixes the problem. On Nissan Altimas and possibly other vehicles the problem may be fixed by having the dealer perform an idle air relearn procedure, or other relearn procedures.
I don't see this as related to the console. This issue is usually caused by the idle air control valve. The valve may be bad or possibly the wiring. If it's the wiring, normally the computer will turn on the engine light.
You can check the valve operation using a common obd2 scanner in data mode.
Here is more info from autozone.com:
Engine idle speeds are controlled by the PCM through the Idle Air Control (IAC) valve mounted on the throttle body. The PCM sends voltage pulses to the IAC motor windings causing the IAC motor shaft and pintle to move in or out a given distance (number of steps) for each pulse (called counts). The movement of the pintle controls the airflow around the throttle plate, which in turn, controls engine idle speed. IAC valve pintle position counts can be observed using a scan tool. Zero counts correspond to a fully closed passage, while 140 counts or more corresponds to full flow.
Idle speed can be categorized in 2 ways: actual (controlled) idle speed and minimum idle speed. Controlled idle speed is obtained by the PCM positioning the IAC valve pintle. Resulting idle speed is determined by total air flow (IAC/passage + PCV + throttle valve + calibrated vacuum leaks). Controlled idle speed is specified at normal operating conditions, which consists of engine coolant at normal operating temperature, air conditioning compressor OFF, manual transaxle in neutral or automatic transaxle in D .
Minimum idle air speed is set at the factory with a stop screw. This setting allows a certain amount of air to bypass the throttle valves regardless of IAC valve pintle positioning. A combination of this air flow and IAC pintle positioning allows the PCM to control engine idle speed. During normal engine idle operation, the IAC valve pintle is positioned a calibrated number of steps (counts) from the seat. No adjustment is required during routine maintenance. Tampering with the minimum idle speed adjustment may result in premature failure of the IAC valve or improperly controlled engine idle operation.
TESTING
The IAC can be monitored with an appropriate and Data-stream capable scan tool
P0507 - Idle Air Control (IAC) System RPM Higher Than Expected
This P0507 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 P0507 DTC (diagnostic trouble code) is triggered when the PCM (powertrain control module) detects an engine idle speed that is greater than the desired (pre-programmed) RPM. In the case of GM vehicles (and possibly others) if the idle speed is over 200 rpm higher than expected, this code will be set.
Potential Symptoms: Most likely you'll notice the idle speed is higher than normal. 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 P0507 DTC trouble code may be caused by one or more of the following: * A vacuum leak * Leaking air intake after the throttle body * EGR valve leaking vacuum * A faulty positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve * Damaged/failed/dirty throttle body * Failed EVAP system * Failed IAC (idle air controller) or faulty IAC circuit
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 the intake air system for air or vacuum leaks and damage. If there are no symptoms other than the DTC itself, just clear the code and see whether it returns.
If you have an advanced scan tool that can interact with the car, command the idle higher and lower to see if the engine responds appropriately. Also check the PCV valve to see if it's blocked and needs to be replaced. Check the IAC (idle air controller) if equipped, verify it's operation. If available, try swapping in a new throttle body to see if that fixes the problem. On Nissan Altimas and possibly other vehicles the problem may be fixed by having the dealer perform an idle air relearn procedure, or other relearn procedures.
P1506 error refers to Idle Air Control System Overspeed Detected.
So solution is check your Air control system wires,and check air control speed once again.
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