P0507 on Mercedes-Benz
Idle Air Control System RPM Higher Than Expected
P0507 on Mercedes-Benz vehicles indicates idle air control system rpm higher than expected. Au7o has documented this code across 1 Mercedes-Benz model — most commonly on GLC. This code means the engine is idling faster than the computer's target idle speed, typically by a set margin such as 200 RPM above commanded. The engine control module manages idle by metering a small amount of air around the throttle plate (via an idle air control valve or electronic throttle), and when it can't bring the RPM down to target it flags this code. The most common real cause is unmetered air sneaking into the intake — a vacuum leak — that the computer can't compensate for. It generally indicates extra air entering the engine or a problem with the idle/throttle control system. Typical repair costs on Mercedes-Benz range from $320 to $2,200, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Common Causes of P0507
- •Vacuum or intake air leak (hoses, gaskets, intake boot)
- •Dirty or sticking throttle body or throttle plate
- •Faulty or stuck idle air control valve
- •Leaking intake manifold or throttle body gasket
- •Stuck-open PCV valve or cracked PCV hose
- •Dirty mass airflow sensor giving false readings
- •Failing throttle position sensor
- •Leaking brake booster or its vacuum hose
P0507 on Mercedes-Benz by Model
Mercedes-Benz GLC(1 issue)
- Crankcase Vent (PCV) Valve Failure with Engine Harness Oil Contamination2016-2019
The integrated PCV / crankcase breather valve in the intake manifold (M274 2.0L turbo) commonly fails or its diaphragm tears, causing unmetered vacuum leaks. Oil mist can then migrate up the engine wiring harness via capillary action, contaminating connectors. Reported predominantly on 2016-2019 GLC 300 models. When ignored, lean running and loss of crankcase regulation risk further engine damage; in the worst cases the oil-soaked engine harness also requires replacement.
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What does P0507 mean on Mercedes-Benz?▼
P0507 stands for "Idle Air Control System RPM Higher Than Expected." This code means the engine is idling faster than the computer's target idle speed, typically by a set margin such as 200 RPM above commanded. The engine control module manages idle by metering a small amount of air around the throttle plate (via an idle air control valve or electronic throttle), and when it can't bring the RPM down to target it flags this code. The most common real cause is unmetered air sneaking into the intake — a vacuum leak — that the computer can't compensate for. It generally indicates extra air entering the engine or a problem with the idle/throttle control system. On Mercedes-Benz specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P0507 on Mercedes-Benz vehicles?▼
Common causes on Mercedes-Benz: Vacuum or intake air leak (hoses, gaskets, intake boot), Dirty or sticking throttle body or throttle plate, Faulty or stuck idle air control valve, Leaking intake manifold or throttle body gasket, Stuck-open PCV valve or cracked PCV hose. Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P0507 on a Mercedes-Benz?▼
Repair costs on Mercedes-Benz range from $320 to $2,200, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Which Mercedes-Benz models have P0507 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P0507 on 1 Mercedes-Benz model: GLC.