DTC P0507: Idle Air Control (IAC) System Rpm Higher Than Expected

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DTC P0507: IDLE AIR CONTROL (IAC) SYSTEM RPM HIGHER THAN EXPECTED

For Vehicles With An Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve
Description:	This DTC sets when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects an engine idle speed that is greater than the desired RPM.
Possible Causes:	IAC circuit short to ground Damaged or incorrect IAC valve IAC valve stuck open Intake air leak after throttle body Vacuum leaks Damaged evaporative emissions (EVAP) system Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve leaks vacuum
Diagnostic Aids:	Disconnect the IAC valve and look for little or no change in engine RPM as an indication of a stuck or damaged valve.
For All Others: -
Description:	This DTC sets when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects an engine idle speed that is greater than the desired RPM.
Possible Causes:	Intake air leak after throttle body Vacuum leaks Damaged evaporative emissions (EVAP) system Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve leaks vacuum Damaged electronic throttle body (ETB) Damaged PCM
Diagnostic Aids:	This DTC is informational only and it may be accompanied by other DTCs. Diagnose other DTCs first. If no other DTCs are present, inspect the intake air system for air restrictions, vacuum leaks, and damage. If no concerns are present, clear the DTC and repeat the self-test.
Application	Key On Engine Off	Key On Engine Running	Continuous Memory
Ranger	GO to PINPOINT TEST KE .
All others	Refer to the Description, Possible Causes and Diagnostic Aids for the appropriate DTC.