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DTC P0505: Idle Air Control (IAC) System

P0505 - IDLE AIR CONTROL (IAC) SYSTEM

For Vehicles With Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) 
Description:  The powertrain control module (PCM) attempts to control engine speed during the key on, engine running (KOER) self-test. The test fails when the desired RPM could not be reached or controlled during the self-test.
Possible Causes: 
  • Failure mode effects management (FMEM) condition is present
  • Air inlet is plugged
  • Vacuum leaks
  • 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 other DTCs are not 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.
For All Others 
Description:  The powertrain control module (PCM) attempts to control engine speed during the key on, engine running (KOER) self-test. The test fails when the desired RPM could not be reached or controlled during the self-test.
Possible Causes: 
  • IAC circuit open
  • VPWR to IAC solenoid open
  • B+ or VPWR to IAC solenoid open
  • Air inlet is plugged
  • IAC circuit shorted to PWR
  • Damaged IAC valve
Diagnostic Aids  :
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
Vehicles With Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Refer to the Description, Possible Causes and Diagnostic Aids for the DTC.
All others GO to Pinpoint Test KE .