P0505 Idle Control System Malfunction

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JMHIJAZI
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Hello, and thanx, new user here, umm i own a 1998 Honda Accord EX with the Vtec engine, my question is, what does Idle control system malfunction exactly mean, i got it from when i did an engine read because of a service engine light! After briefly reading about it online i can realte to a problem (i think) while driving my car it acutally kind of skips, i feel like my car is hesisantant at times, as if i can feel the gears changing, a friend of mine said it could be the PCV valve or the PCV hose, so i dont know i would like you exprert opnion!
Oct 30, 2006 at 7:06 PM
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BRUCE HUNT
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I would check the Idle Air Control valve. The screens get plugged. You need to take it off and take apart to clean.
Oct 30, 2006 at 9:17 PM
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[quote:93ecd85179="Bruce Hunt"]I would check the Idle Air Control valve. The screens get plugged. You need to take it off and take apart to clean.[/quote:93ecd85179]

Cool how do i do that? is it hard to get to, or fairly easy!
Oct 30, 2006 at 11:40 PM
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BRUCE HUNT
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IAC valve should be located below the throttle body (where the accelerator cable connects) It has a couple of hoses and wires connected to it. Two of the hoses are small lines that carry coolant.

Your best investment in your car is a service repair manual. Ebay, auto parts store, etc. Around $20 or less and worth the money. You will find yourself more confident to take on auto repairs.
Oct 31, 2006 at 8:30 AM