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2010 DODGE AVENGER
2.4L I4•FWD•AUTOMATIC•gas
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P1294moderate severityPowertrain

Target Idle Not Reached

on 2010 Dodge Avenger 2.4L I4 · FWD

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

  1. Clean throttle body and IAC passages
  2. Test IAC motor operation with scan tool
  3. Check for vacuum leaks with smoke test
  4. Inspect intake manifold gaskets
  5. 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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