What usually causes it
- A vacuum leak
- A dirty or sticking throttle body or idle air valve
- A stuck open PCV valve, the small valve that vents engine fumes
- A throttle or coolant temperature sensor that reads wrong
P0507Starts at: OK to drive, fix when convenient
Idle speed is higher than expected
Idle is the engine speed when the car is stopped. The engine is idling faster than the computer wants.
Check this first
Listen for a hiss near the engine and look for cracked or loose rubber hoses.
What to watch for
- The engine revs high when you stop
- The idle surges up and down
- A rough idle
Can I keep driving?
We rate P0507 as OK to drive, fix when convenient, as a starting point. Keep an eye on the signs below. If the light starts flashing, stop driving soon.
Quick answers about P0507
What does P0507 mean?
Idle speed is higher than expected. Idle is the engine speed when the car is stopped. The engine is idling faster than the computer wants.
Can I keep driving with P0507?
We rate P0507 as OK to drive, fix when convenient, as a starting point. Keep an eye on the signs below. If the light starts flashing, stop driving soon.
What usually causes P0507?
The most common causes, in order: A vacuum leak; A dirty or sticking throttle body or idle air valve; A stuck open PCV valve, the small valve that vents engine fumes; A throttle or coolant temperature sensor that reads wrong.
Estimates only. A mechanic should confirm. The same code can mean slightly different things on different cars; the app explains it for your exact year, make, model and mileage.