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P1294

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SYMPTOM
P1294 - TARGET IDLE NOT REACHED

WHEN MONITORED
With the engine idling and in drive, if automatic. There must not be a MAP sensor DTC or a Throttle Position Sensor DTC.

SET CONDITION
Engine idle is not within 200 rpm above or 100 rpm below target idle for 14 seconds. Three separate failures are required to set a bad trip. Two bad trips are required to set the DTC.

POSSIBLE CAUSES
- DTC not equal to freeze frame DTC
- Freeze frame conditions not duplicated
- IAC stop at any time
- Test complete
- Throttle body
- Throttle plate & linkage not in correct positions
- Vacuum leak check
- Wiring check