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2007-2017 JEEP COMPASS

2.4L I4AWDAUTOMATICgas
22 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P0507moderate severityPowertrain

Idle Air Control System RPM Higher Than Expected

on 2007-2017 Jeep Compass 2.4L I4 · AWD

What this code means

The idle speed is consistently above the target RPM.

Symptoms

  • High idle speed
  • Engine racing at idle

Common causes

  • Vacuum leak (most common)
  • IAC valve stuck open
  • Throttle plate not closing fully
  • Intake gasket leak

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check for vacuum leaks
  2. Inspect throttle plate
  3. Test IAC valve
  4. Check intake gaskets

Repair notes

Find and fix vacuum leak. Clean throttle body. Replace IAC if stuck open.

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