Hi,
The engine idle speed should stay right around 650 RPMs. See pic below. Check to see if that is the case when the vehicle is stopped, running, and the A/C is off.
These vehicles control the idle speed based on need. When you turn the A/C on, the engine control module compensates by adding air to the system, thus not allowing the idle to drop below a specified RPM With the added load. In this case, it sounds like that is happening. However, without the A/C on, there isn't enough air getting into the engine causing the RPMs to drop.
If that is the case, the first thing I suggest is to clean the throttle body.
Here is a link that explains how that is done:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service
Let me know about the engine speed and if it is low.
Take care,
Joe
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Monday, November 6th, 2023 AT 5:58 PM