DTC P0507 Idle Speed High. Cadillac Eldorado 2000

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2000 🢒 Eldorado 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 4.6L 🢒 DTC P0507 Idle Speed High

Engine Controls Component Views
IAC Valve and PSP, Oil Level Switches
OBD II Symbol Description Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice

Circuit Description

The powertrain control module (PCM) controls the engine idle speed by controlling the position of the idle air control (IAC) valve. The IAC valve is a bi-directional motor driven by two coils. The PCM sends pulses (steps) to the IAC valve to move a pintle in and out of a passage in the throttle body. When the PCM extends the pintle, the idle speed decreases. The idle speed increases when the PCM retracts the pintle. This method allows a more accurate control of the idle speed, and a quick response to changes in the engine load. If the idle speed is too high, and the PCM is unable to adjust the idle speed by decreasing the IAC pintle position, DTC P0507 will set.

Conditions for Running the DTC

•	No MAF, MAP, IAT, ECT, TP, Injector, VSS EGR, Purge Flow, CKP, CMP DTC's set or failing.

•	EGR flow test inactive.

•	System voltage is between 10 and 18 volts.

•	BARO is greater than 65 kPa.

•	Engine Coolant Temperature is between -40°C (-40°F) and 110°C (230°F).

•	Intake Air Temperature is greater the -40°C (-40°F).

•	Closed loop fueling enabled.

•	Engine has been running for at least 2 minutes.

•	VSS is less than 2 mph.

•	Throttle Angle is closed.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

Actual idle speed is 175 RPM above the desired idle speed or the PCM is commanding a spark retard greater than -13 degrees.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

•	The PCM will turn the MIL OFF after the third consecutive trip in which the diagnostic runs and passes.

•	The history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles have occurred without a malfunction.

•	The DTC can be cleared by using the scan tool Clear DTC Information function.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

•	The history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles have occurred without a malfunction.

•	The DTC can be cleared by using the scan tool Clear DTC Information function.

Diagnostic Aids

If the condition is intermittent, refer to Intermittent Conditions in Symptoms.

Check for the following conditions:

•	Vacuum Leak -- Check for vacuum leaks. Also, check for a faulty, missing, or incorrectly installed crankcase ventilation valve.

•	Throttle body -- Check for the following conditions at the throttle body:

-	Sticking throttle plate

-	Objects, or excessive deposits that will not allow the IAC pintle to fully extend

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

Did you perform the Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check?

Go to Step 2

Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check

Are any other DTCs set?

Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List/Type

Go to Step 3

Start and idle the engine.
Turn all accessories OFF.
Select IAC System.
Command the engine speed up 1500 RPM, down to 500 RPM then back to 1500 RPM while monitoring the Engine Speed display.

Does the Engine Speed remain within the specified value of Desired Idle for each RPM command?

100 RPM

Go to Diagnostic Aids

Go to Step 4

Disconnect the IAC valve.
Install IAC Test Lamp or equivalent.
With the engine running, command the engine speed up 1500 RPM, down to 500 RPM then back to 1500 RPM while monitoring the IAC test lamp.

Does each test lamp cycle red and green (never OFF)?

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 5

Test the IAC control circuits for opens, shorts to ground, and shorts to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.
If a condition is found repair as necessary. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 9

Visually/physically inspect the throttle body for the following conditions:

•	Throttle body tampering (adjustment screw)

•	excessive deposits in the IAC passage and on the pintle (IAC stuck open)

•	Bent or damaged throttle plate and/or components, or binding accelerator cable

If a condition is found, repair as necessary.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 7

Inspect for poor connections at the IAC harness connector. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.
If a condition is found, repair as necessary. Refer to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 8

Replace the IAC valve. Refer to Idle Air Control Valve Replacement .

Is the action complete?

Go to Step 11

Test for poor connections at the PCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems .
If a condition is found, repair as necessary. Refer to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems .

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 10

Important: The replacement PCM must be programmed.

Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming .

Is the action complete?

Go to Step 11

Review and record the scan tool Fail Records data.
Clear the DTC(s).
Operate the vehicle within the parameters listed in the Conditions for Running the DTC.
With the scan tool, monitor the Specific DTC Information for DTC P0507 until the test runs.

Does the scan tool indicate that DTC P0507 passed?

System OK

Go to Step 2