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DTC P0506 or P0507

Diagnostic Instructions

    • Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
    • Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
    • Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor

DTC P0506: Idle Air Control (IAC) System - RPM Too Low

DTC P0507: Idle Air Control (IAC) System - RPM Too High

Circuit/System Description

The hybrid powertrain control module determines the engine speed which is based on the high-voltage battery pack state of charge. The ECM achieves throttle positioning by providing a pulse width modulated voltage to the throttle actuator motor. The throttle blade is spring loaded in both directions, and the default position is slightly open. The hybrid powertrain control module can detect a condition where the engine is cranking but does not start or has stalled, or if the engine speed does not match the commanded speed.

The throttle actuator control (TAC) motor is controlled by the engine control module (ECM). The DC motor located in the throttle body drives the throttle blade. In order to decrease engine speed, along with spark and fuel delivery changes the ECM commands the throttle closed reducing air flow into the engine and the engine speed decreases. In order to increase engine speed, the ECM commands the throttle plate open allowing more air to pass the throttle plate. If the hybrid powertrain control module detects the actual engine speed is not within a predetermined range of the commanded engine speed, this DTC sets.

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • DTCs , P0068, P0101, P0102, P0103, P0112, P0113, P0116, P0117, P0118, P0121, P0122, P0123, P0128, P0171, P0172, P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0222, P0223, P0300-P0304, P0351-P0354, P0461-P0463, P0496, P0606, P06A3, P0721, P1516, P2066-P2068, P2101, P2122, P2123, P2127, P2128, P2135, P2138, P2227-P2230 are not set.
    • The system voltage is between 9-32 volts.
    • The accelerator pedal position is valid.
    • The accelerator pedal position is less than 1 percent.
    • The engine has been running for greater than 60 seconds.
    • The vehicle speed is less than 1.6 km/h (1 mph).
    • The barometric pressure (BARO) is greater than 70 kPa (11 psi).
    • The engine coolant temperature (ECT) is greater than 60-125°C (140-257°F).
    • The intake air temperature (IAT) is warmer than -20°C (-4°F).
    • The commanded engine speed is steady within 25 RPM.
    • A scan tool output control is not active.
    • DTCs P0506 or P0507 run continuously when the above conditions are met for greater than 10 seconds.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

P0506

The actual engine speed is approximately 75 RPM less than the commanded engine speed.

P0507

The actual engine speed is approximately 150 RPM greater than the commanded engine speed.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

DTCs P0506 and P0507 are Type B DTCs.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

DTCs P0506 and P0507 are Type B DTCs.

Diagnostic Aids

    • A stalling condition can cause DTC P0506 to set.
    • An intermittent vehicle speed sensor (VSS) signal can cause DTC P0507 to set.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Hybrid Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Wiring Repairs

DTC Type Reference

Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

  1. Verify that there are no other DTCs set.
  2. If any other DTCs are set, refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle .
  3. Verify that none of the conditions listed below exist:
  4. P0506

    • Excess deposits in the Q38 throttle body. Refer to Throttle Body Inspection and Cleaning .
    • Restricted exhaust
    • Mechanical conditions that limit engine speed
    • Parasitic load on the engine -- For example, a transmission condition or a belt driven accessory condition.
         ⇒If a condition is found, repair as necessary.

    P0507

    • Vacuum leaks
    • A throttle valve that does not close correctly
    • Verify the correct operation of the crankcase ventilation system. Inspect for the following conditions:
       - The routing of the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system
       - Vacuum leaks in the PCV system
         ⇒If a condition is found, repair as necessary.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

   


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