DTC P0506 [ZY]


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DTC P0506

Idle air control system RPM lower than expected

DETECTION CONDITION

• The PCM compares the actual idle speed with the target idle speed when the engine is running. If the actual idle speed is lower than targeted by 100 rpm, the PCM determines that the idle air control system RPM is lower than expected.
Diagnostic support note
• This is a continuous monitor (CCM).
• The MIL illuminates if the PCM detects the above malfunction condition 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

• Drive-by-wire control system malfunction
• A/C cut-off control malfunction
• Generator control system malfunction
• Intake-air line clogged
- Air cleaner clogged
- Throttle body clogged
• Purge solenoid valve malfunction
• IAT sensor malfunction
• ECT sensor malfunction
• APP sensor malfunction
• CKP sensor malfunction
• Insufficient compression
- Engine oil malfunction
- Oil pressure decrease
- Engine malfunction
• Fuel line pressure malfunction
• PCM malfunction

Diagnostic procedure

STEP

INSPECTION

ACTION

1
VERIFY FREEZE FRAME DATA HAS BEEN RECORDED
• Has FREEZE FRAME DATA been recorded?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Record the FREEZE FRAME DATA on the repair order, then go to the next step.
2
VERIFY RELATED REPAIR INFORMATION AVAILABILITY
• Verify related service repair information availability.
• Is any related repair information available?
Yes
Perform repair or diagnosis according to the available repair information.
• If the vehicle is not repaired, go to the next step.
No
Go to the next step.
3
VERIFY RELATED PENDING CODE OR STORED DTC
• Turn the ignition switch off, then to the ON position (Engine off).
• Verify the related PENDING CODE or stored DTCs.
• Are other DTCs present?
Yes
Go to the applicable DTC inspection.
No
Go to the next step.
4
INSPECT DRIVE-BY-WIRE CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION
• Perform the "Drive-by-wire Control System Inspection".
• Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to the inspection results.
Then go to Step 19.
No
Go to the next step.
5
INSPECT A/C MAGNETIC CLUTCH OPERATION
Note
• The following test should be performed for A/C. Go to the next step for vehicles without A/C.
• Turn the blower motor switch off.
• Is magnetic clutch still on?
Yes
Go to the "NO.24 A/C IS ALWAYS ON OR A/C COMPRESSOR RUNS CONTINUOUSLY.".
No
Go to the next step.
6
INSPECT GENERATOR CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION
• Apply the electrical load at idle.
• Is the engine speed increased?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Repair or replace the wiring harness for a possible short to power supply, then go to Step 19.
7
INSPECT AIR CLEANER ELEMENT
• Remove the air cleaner element with engine running.
• Is the engine speed increased?
Yes
Clean or replace the air cleaner element, then go to Step 19.
No
Go to the next step.
8
INSPECT THROTTLE BODY PASSAGE
• Remove the throttle body.
• Is throttle body clogged?
Yes
Clean the throttle body passage or replace the throttle body, then go to Step 19.
No
Go to the next step.
9
INSPECT PURGE SOLENOID VALVE
• Inspect the purge solenoid valve.
• Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Replace the purge solenoid valve, then go to Step 19.
No
Go to the next step.
10
INSPECT IAT SENSOR
• Inspect the IAT sensor.
• Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Replace the MAF/IAT sensor, then go to Step 19.
No
Go to the next step.
11
INSPECT ECT SENSOR
• Inspect the ECT sensor.
• Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Replace the ECT sensor, then go to Step 19.
No
Go to the next step.
12
INSPECT APP SENSOR
• Inspect the APP sensor.
• Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Replace the accelerator pedal, then go to Step 19.
No
Go to the next step.
13
INSPECT CKP SENSOR
• Inspect the CKP sensor.
• Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Replace the CKP sensor, then go to the Step 19.
No
Go to the next step.
14
INSPECT ENGINE COMPRESSION
• Inspect the engine compression.
• Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Go to Step 19.
15
INSPECT ENGINE OIL CONDITION
• Inspect the engine oil condition.
• Is the engine oil condition normal?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Replace the engine oil.
Inspect the ECT sensor and related harnesses.
Overhaul or replace the engine.
Then go to Step 20.
16
INSPECT OIL PRESSURE
• Inspect the oil pressure.
• Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to the inspection results.
Overhaul or replace the engine.
Then go to Step 20.
No
Go to the next step.
17
INSPECT OIL PASSAGE
• Inspect the oil pipe between metering oil pump and metering oil nozzle.
• Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Inspect and repair for leakage or clogging in the engine oil passage.
Overhaul or replace the engine.
Then go to Step 20.
No
Overhaul or replace the engine.
Then go to the next step.
18
INSPECT FUEL LINE PRESSURE
• Perform the "FUEL LINE PRESSURE INSPECTION".
• Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Replace the fuel pump unit, then go to the next step.
No
Go to the next step.
19
VERIFY TROUBLESHOOTING OF DTC P0506 COMPLETED
• Make sure to reconnect all disconnected connectors.
• Clear the DTC from the PCM memory using the WDS or equivalent.
• Start the engine.
• Is the PENDING CODE same as DTC present?
Yes
Replace the PCM, then go to the next step.
No
Go to the next step.
20
VERIFY AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE
• Perform the "AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE".
• Are any DTCs present?
Yes
Go to the applicable DTC inspection.
No
DTC troubleshooting completed.