P0506Medium Priority
Idle Control System RPM lower Than Expected
Category: Powertrain• Vehicle Speed, Idle Control, Auxiliary Inputs
12 articles · 2 makes affected
What is P0506?
Idle Control System RPM Lower Than Expected. Engine idle speed is too low, causing stalling or rough idle.
Symptoms You May Notice
- ●Check engine light
- ●Low idle speed
- ●Engine stalling
- ●Rough idle
- ●Dies at stop lights
How to Fix It
- ●Clean throttle body ($80-$200, beginner)
- ●Replace IAC valve ($150-$400, intermediate)
- ●Check for vacuum leaks ($50-$200, intermediate)
Owner Statistics
Based on 12,818 real owner discussions • 915 confirmed solutions
$1,330
Average Repair Cost
7%
Success Rate
16%
DIY Repairs
12,818
Data Sources
About This Data
Statistics are aggregated from real owner discussions on Reddit, automotive forums, and YouTube comments. All data is anonymized and represents actual repair experiences reported by vehicle owners.
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