P1294moderate severityPowertrain
Target Idle Not Reached
on 2011 Ram 1500 5.7L V8 Hemi · RWD
What this code means
The PCM has detected that the engine idle speed is not reaching the target RPM. The idle air control system is unable to achieve the commanded idle speed, which may result in stalling or rough idle.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Rough or unstable idle
- Engine stalling at idle
- Idle speed too low
- Engine dies when put in gear
Common causes
- Carbon buildup in throttle body or IAC passage
- Faulty idle air control motor
- Vacuum leak
- Dirty or clogged IAC valve
- Intake manifold gasket leak
Diagnostic steps
- Clean throttle body and IAC passages
- Test IAC motor operation with scan tool
- Check for vacuum leaks with smoke test
- Inspect intake manifold gaskets
- Monitor IAC step count on scan tool
Repair notes
Clean the throttle body and IAC passages; replace the IAC motor if it fails operational testing.
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P0002
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P0004
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P0010
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P0011
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P0012
Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P0013
Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
P0014
Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
P0015
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