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DTC P1504: Idle Air Control (IAC) Circuit Malfunction

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P1504 - IDLE AIR CONTROL (IAC) CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION

Description:  This DTC is set when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects an electrical load failure on the IAC output circuit.
Possible Causes: 
  • IAC circuit open
  • VPWR to IAC solenoid open
  • IAC circuit short to PWR
  • IAC circuit short to GND
  • Damaged IAC valve
Diagnostic Aids:  The IAC solenoid resistance is 6 to 13 ohms.
Monitor the IAC PID duty cycle and/or voltage.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to KE: Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve STEP KE1.