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

2013 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor, FWDSECTION DTC P0507: Idle Air Control (IAC) System Rpm Higher Than Expected
DTC P0507: IDLE AIR CONTROL (IAC) SYSTEM RPM HIGHER THAN EXPECTED

Description:  This DTC sets when the engine idle speed is greater than the desired RPM.
Possible Causes: 
  • Intake air leak after throttle body
  • Vacuum leaks
  • Damaged evaporative emission (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 
All Refer to the appropriate Description article, Possible Causes and Diagnostic Aids for the DTC.
RENDER: 1.0x

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