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Fault Code P0511

Code meaning, symptoms, possible causes, part number, and estimated cost.

P0511

Idle Air Control Circuit Malfunction

Severity: Medium

Code P0511 indicates a malfunction in the Idle Air Control (IAC) circuit. This circuit is responsible for regulating the amount of air entering the engine at idle.

Part Details

Part Name

Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve

Reference P/N (OEM)

N/A

General part number for this fault code — not necessarily for your specific vehicle

Estimated Cost

₪400 - ₪1200

Engine Location

Throttle body

Symptoms

  • Unstable or fluctuating idle RPM
  • Engine stalling at stops
  • Hard starting
  • Check Engine light on

Possible Causes

  • 1Faulty or clogged IAC valve
  • 2Damaged wiring or connectors in IAC circuit
  • 3Vacuum leak
  • 4Defective Engine Control Module (ECM) (rare)

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