P0507 Idle Control System RPM Higher Than Expected
OBD-II Trouble Code Technical Description
Idle Air Control System RPM Higher Than Expected
What does P0507 mean?
This diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is a generic powertrain code, which means that it applies to OBD-II equipped vehicles. Although generic, the specific repair steps may vary depending on make/model. Acedotally this code seems to be more commonly found on Chevrolet, VW, Nissan, Audi, Hyundai, Honda, Mazda and Jeep vehicles.
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.
An example of an Idle Air Control (IAC) valve:
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:
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.
Further Reading
Other related DTCs: P0505, P0506
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"Delete Error Code Permanently, Disable DTC Error Code Function for p0507 in the ECU"
In extreme cases, we even have the option to permanently remove the specific DTC p0507 and disable the function of the specific error code in the ECU. All other fault code functions will then continue to work to protect the engine. This is different from clearing an error code with a diagnostic device. We have the option to permanently remove the function of the specific error code, so that it never comes back. Also emergency running that occurs on the specific error code can be solved in most cases.
Of course we prefer to first try to solve the cause of the error code, but sometimes the only solution is to permanently disable the DTC function of p0507.
