2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

DTC P0507: Notes

DETECTION CONDITION AND POSSIBLE CAUSE (DTC P0507)

DTC P0507 Idle speed control system RPM higher than expected
DETECTION CONDITION 
  • Actual idle speed is higher than expected by 200 rpm  for 14 s,  when the brake pedal is depressed (brake switch is on) and steering wheel is held straight ahead (power steering pressure (PSP) switch is off).
    NOTE:
    • If atmospheric pressure is less than 72.3 kPa {542 mmHg, 21.3 inHg}  or intake air temperature is below -10°C {14°F},  the PCM cancels diagnosis of P0507.
Diagnostic support note 
  • This is a continuous monitor (CCM).
  • The MIL illuminates if the PCM detects the above malfunction conditions in two consecutive drive cycles or in one drive cycle while the DTC for the same malfunction has been stored in the PCM.
  • PENDING CODE is available if the PCM detects the above malfunction condition during the first drive cycle.
  • FREEZE FRAME DATA is available.
  • The DTC is stored in the PCM memory.
POSSIBLE CAUSE 
  • Electronic throttle control system malfunction
  • Vacuum hose misconnection
  • PCM malfunction
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