Fig. 1: Identifying Electronic Throttle Control System Component Location
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NOTE:
Is there about 0.3 V or less?
YES - Go to step 4.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module.
Are DTC P0122 and P0222 indicated at the same time?
YES - Go to step 9.
NO - Go to step 5.
Fig. 2: Checking Continuity Between Throttle Body 6P Connector Terminal No. 1 And Body Ground
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Is there continuity?
YES - Repair short in the wire between the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module (TPSA line), then go to step 17.
NO -Substitute a known-good throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 17 and recheck. If DTC P0122 is not indicated, replace the original throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 17. If DTC P0122 is indicated, go to step 15.
Fig. 3: Measuring Voltage Between Throttle Body 6P Connector Terminal No. 2 And Body Ground
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Is there about 5 V?
YES - Go to step 15.
NO - Go to step 10.
Fig. 4: Connecting Throttle Body 6P Connector Terminal No. 2 To Body Ground With Jumper Wire
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Fig. 5: Checking Continuity Between Throttle Actuator Control Module 16P Connector Terminal No. 11 And Body Ground
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Is there continuity?
YES - Substitute a known-good throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 17 and recheck. If DTC P0122 is not indicated, replace the original throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 17. If DTC P0122 is indicated, go to step 15.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module (VCC line), then go to step 17.
Is DTC P0122 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module, then go to step 1.
NO - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
NOTE:
Is there about 4.8 V or more?
YES - Go to step 4.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module.
Are DTC P0123 and P0223 indicated at the same time?
YES - Go to step 13.
NO - Go to step 5.
Fig. 6: Measuring Voltage Between Throttle Body 6P Connector Terminal No. 1 And Body Ground
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Is there about 5 V?
YES - Go to step 18.
NO - Go to step 9.
Fig. 7: Connecting Throttle Body 6P Connector Terminal No. 1 To Body Ground With Jumper Wire
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Fig. 8: Checking Continuity Between Throttle Actuator Control Module 16P Connector Terminal No. 10 And Body Ground
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Is there continuity?
YES - Substitute a known-good throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 20 and recheck. If DTC P0123 is not indicated, replace the original throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 20. If DTC P0123 is indicated, go to step 18.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module (TPSA line), then go to step 20.
Fig. 9: Connecting Throttle Body 6P Connector Terminal No. 4 To Body Ground With Jumper Wire
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Fig. 10: Checking Continuity Between Throttle Actuator Control Module 16P Connector Terminal No. 9 And Body Ground
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Is there continuity?
YES - Substitute a known-good throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 20 and recheck. If DTC P0123 is not indicated, replace the original throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 20. If DTC P0123 is indicated, go to step 18.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module (SG line), then go to step 20.
Is DTC P0123 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module, then go to step 1.
NO - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
NOTE:
Is there about 0.3 V or less?
YES - Go to step 4.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module.
Are DTC P0122 and P0222 indicated at the same time?
YES - Go to step 9.
NO - Go to step 5.
Fig. 11: Checking Continuity Between Throttle Body 6P Connector Terminal No. 3 And Body Ground
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Is there continuity?
YES - Repair short in the wire between the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module (TPSB line), then go to step 17.
NO - Substitute a known-good throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 17 and recheck. If DTC P0222 is not indicated, replace the original throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 17. If DTC P0222 is indicated, go to step 15.
Fig. 12: Measuring Voltage Between Throttle Body 6P Connector Terminal No. 2 And Body Ground
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Is there about 5 V?
YES - Go to step 15.
NO - Go to step 10.
Fig. 13: Connecting Throttle Body 6P Connector Terminal No. 2 To Body Ground With Jumper Wire
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Fig. 14: Checking Continuity Between Throttle Actuator Control Module 16P Connector Terminal No. 11 And Body Ground
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Is there continuity?
YES - Substitute a known-good throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 17 and recheck. If DTC P0222 is not indicated, replace the original throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 17. If DTC P0222 is indicated, go to step 15.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module (VCC line), then go to step 17.
Is DTC P0222 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module, then go to step 1.
NO - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
NOTE:
Is there about 4.8 V or more?
YES - Go to step 4.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module.
Are DTC P0123 and P0223 indicated at the same time?
YES - Go to step 13.
NO - Go to step 5.
Fig. 15: Measuring Voltage Between Throttle Body 6P Connector Terminal No. 3 And Body Ground
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Is there about 5 V?
YES - Go to step 18.
NO - Go to step 9.
Fig. 16: Connecting Throttle Body 6P Connector Terminal No. 3 To Body Ground With Jumper Wire
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Fig. 17: Checking Continuity Between Throttle Actuator Control Module 16P Connector Terminal No. 12 And Body Ground
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Is there continuity?
YES - Substitute a known-good throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 20 and recheck. If DTC P0223 is not indicated, replace the original throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 20. If DTC P0223 is indicated, go to step 18.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module (TPSB line), then go to step 20.
Fig. 18: Connecting Throttle Body 6P Connector Terminal No. To Body Ground With Jumper Wire
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Fig. 19: Checking Continuity Between Throttle Actuator Control Module 16P Connector Terminal No. 9 And Body Ground
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Is there continuity?
YES - Substitute a known-good throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 20 and recheck. If DTC P0223 is not indicated, replace the original throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 20. If DTC P0223 is indicated, go to step 18.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module (SG line), then go to step 20.
Is DTC P0223 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module, then go to step 1.
NO - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
CAUTION:
Do not insert your fingers into the installed throttle body when you turn the ignition switch ON (II) or while the ignition switch is ON (II). If you do, you will seriously injure your fingers if the throttle valve is activated.
NOTE:
Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information (see
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION
).
Is DTC P1683 indicated?
YES - Go to step 7.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module.
Fig. 20: Pushing Throttle Valve Closed
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Does the throttle valve return?
YES - Clean the throttle body (see THROTTLE BODY CLEANING ), then go to step 13 and recheck. If DTC P1683 is indicated, go to step 11.
NO - Go to step 11.
Is DTC P1683 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module, then go to step 1.
NO - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
CAUTION:
Do not insert your fingers into the installed throttle body when you turn the ignition switch ON (II) or while the ignition switch is ON (II). If you do, you will seriously injure your fingers if the throttle valve is activated.
NOTE:
Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information (see
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION
).
Is DTC P1684 indicated?
YES - Go to step 7.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module.
Fig. 21: Pushing Throttle Valve Open
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Does the throttle valve return?
YES - Clean the throttle body (see THROTTLE BODY CLEANING ), then go to step 13 and recheck. If DTC P1684 is indicated, go to step 11.
NO - Go to step 11.
Is DTC P1684 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module, then go to step 1.
NO - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
CAUTION:
Do not insert your fingers into the installed throttle body when you turn the ignition switch ON (II) or while the ignition switch is ON (II). If you do, you will seriously injure your fingers if the throttle valve is activated.
NOTE:
Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information (see
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION
).
Is DTC P2101 indicated?
YES - Go to step 7.
NO - Go to step 5.
Is DTC P2101 indicated?
YES - Go to step 7.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and at the throttle actuator control module, then clean the throttle body (see THROTTLE BODY CLEANING ).
Does the throttle valve operate smoothly?
YES - Clean the throttle body (see THROTTLE BODY CLEANING ), then go to step 21 and recheck. If DTC P2101 is indicated, go to step 18.
NO - Go to step 13.
Fig. 22: Connecting Throttle Body 6P Connector Terminals No. 5 And No. 6 With Jumper Wire
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Fig. 23: Checking Continuity Between Throttle Actuator Control Module 16P Connector Terminals No. 1 And No. 8
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Is there continuity?
YES - Substitute a known-good throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 20 and recheck. If DTC P2101 is not indicated, replace the original throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 20. If DTC P2101 is indicated, go to step 18.
NO - Repair open in the wires between the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module (motor drive lines), then go to step 20.
Is DTC P2101 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module, then clean the throttle body (see THROTTLE BODY CLEANING ), and go to step 1.
NO - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
NOTE:
Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information (see
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION
).
Is DTC P2108 indicated?
YES - Substitute a known-good throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), and recheck. If DTC P2108 is not indicated, replace the original throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body, the throttle actuator control module, and the ECM/PCM.
NOTE:
Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information (see
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION
).
Fig. 24: Measuring Resistance Between Throttle Actuator Control Module 16P Connector Terminals No. 1 And No. 8
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Is there about 1.0 ohms or less?
YES - Go to step 3.
NO - Substitute a known-good throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 6 and recheck. If DTC P2118 is not indicated, replace the original throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 6.
Fig. 25: Measuring Resistance Between Throttle Body 6P Connector Terminals No. 5 And No. 6 With Throttle
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Is there about 1.0 ohms or less?
YES - Go to step 5.
NO - Repair short in the wires between the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module (motor drive lines), then go to step 6.
Is DTC P2118 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module, then go to step 1.
NO - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
NOTE:
Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information (see
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION
).
Is there about 0.2 V or less?
YES - Go to step 3.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at APP sensor A and the ECM/PCM.
Fig. 26: Measuring Voltage Between APP Sensor 6P Connector Terminals No. 5 And No. 6
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Is there about 5 V?
YES - Go to step 7.
NO - Go to step 17.
Fig. 27: Checking Continuity Between APP Sensor 6P Connector Terminal No. 4 And Body Ground
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Is there continuity?
YES - Repair short in the wire between APP sensor A and the ECM/PCM (A26), then go to step 20.
NO - Go to step 11.
Fig. 28: Connecting APP Sensor 6P Connector Terminal No. 4 To Body Ground With Jumper Wire
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Fig. 29: Checking Continuity Between ECM/PCM Connector Terminal A26 And Body Ground
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Is there continuity?
YES - Go to step 13.
NO - Repair open in the wire between APP sensor A and the ECM/PCM (A26), then go to step 20.
Fig. 30: Connecting APP Sensor 6P Connector Terminals No. 4 And No. 5 With Jumper Wire
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Is there about 0.2 V or less?
YES - Go to step 25.
NO - Go to step 18.
Fig. 31: Measuring Voltage Between ECM/PCM Connector Terminals A21 And A24
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Is there about 5 V?
YES - Repair open in the wire between APP sensor A and the ECM/PCM (A21), then go to step 20.
NO - Go to step 25.
Is DTC P2122 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at APP sensor A and the ECM/PCM, then go to step 1.
NO - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
Is DTC P2122 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at APP sensor A and the ECM/PCM. If the ECM/PCM was updated, substitute a known-good ECM/PCM (see SUBSTITUTING THE ECM/PCM ), then recheck. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, go to step 1.
NO -If the ECM/PCM was updated, troubleshooting is complete. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, replace the original ECM/PCM; '04-05 models (see '04-05 MODELS ), '06-08 models (see '06-08 MODELS ). If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
NOTE:
Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information (see
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION
).
Is there about 4.9 V or more?
YES - Go to step 3.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at APP sensor A and the ECM/PCM.
Fig. 32: Measuring Voltage Between APP Sensor 6P Connector Terminals No. 5 And No. 6
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Is there about 5 V?
YES - Go to step 8.
NO - Go to step 7.
Fig. 33: Measuring Voltage Between ECM/PCM Connector Terminals A21 And A24
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Is there about 5 V?
YES - Repair open in the wire between APP sensor A and the ECM/PCM (A24), then go to step 10.
NO - Go to step 15.
Is DTC P2123 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at APP sensor A and the ECM/PCM, then go to step 1.
NO - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
Is DTC P2123 indicated ?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at APP sensor A and the ECM/PCM. If the ECM/PCM was updated, substitute a known-good ECM/PCM (see SUBSTITUTING THE ECM/PCM ), then recheck. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, go to step 1.
NO - If the ECM/PCM was updated, troubleshooting is complete. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, replace the original ECM/PCM; '04-05 models (see '04-05 MODELS ), '06-08 models (see '06-08 MODELS ). If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
NOTE:
Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information (see
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION
).
Is there about 0.2 V or less?
YES - Go to step 3.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at APP sensor B and the ECM/PCM.
Fig. 34: Measuring Voltage Between APP Sensor 6P Connector Terminals No. 1 And No. 2
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Is there about 5 V?
YES - Go to step 7.
NO - Go to step 17.
Fig. 35: Checking Continuity Between APP Sensor 6P Connector Terminal No. 3 And Body Ground
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Is there continuity?
YES - Repair short in the wire between APP sensor B and the ECM/PCM (A25), then go to step 20.
NO - Go to step 11.
Fig. 36: Connecting APP Sensor 6P Connector Terminal No. 3 To Body Ground With Jumper Wire
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Fig. 37: Checking Continuity Between ECM/PCM Connector Terminal A25 And Body Ground
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Is there continuity?
YES - Go to step 13.
NO - Repair open in the wire between APP sensor B and the ECM/PCM (A25), then go to step 20.
Fig. 38: Connecting APP Sensor 6P Connector Terminals No. 1 And No. 3 With Jumper Wire
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Is there about 0.2 V or less?
YES - Go to step 25.
NO - Go to step 18.
Fig. 39: Measuring Voltage Between ECM/PCM Connector Terminals A20 And A23
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Is there about 5 V?
YES - Repair open in the wire between APP sensor B and the ECM/PCM (A20), then go to step 20.
NO - Go to step 25.
Is DTC P2127 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at APP sensor B and the ECM/PCM, then go to step 1.
NO - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting.
Is DTC P2127 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at APP sensor B and the ECM/PCM. If the ECM/PCM was updated, substitute a known-good ECM/PCM (see SUBSTITUTING THE ECM/PCM ), then recheck. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, go to step 1.
NO - If the ECM/PCM was updated, troubleshooting is complete. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, replace the original ECM/PCM; '04-05 models (see '04-05 MODELS ), '06-08 models (see '06-08 MODELS ). If any other Temporary DTCs or DTC's are indicated, go to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting.
NOTE:
Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information (see
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION
).
Is there about 4.9 V or more?
YES - Go to step 3.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at APP sensor B and the ECM/PCM.
Fig. 40: Measuring Voltage Between APP Sensor 6P Connector Terminals No. 1 And No. 2
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Is there about 5 V?
YES - Go to step 8.
NO - Go to step 7.
Fig. 41: Measuring Voltage Between ECM/PCM Connector Terminals A20 And A23
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Is there about 5 V?
YES - Repair open in the wire between APP sensor B and the ECM/PCM (A23), then go to step 10.
NO - Go to step 15.
Is DTC P2128 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at APP sensor B and the ECM/PCM, then go to step 1.
NO - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
Is DTC P2128 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at APP sensor B and the ECM/PCM. If the ECM/PCM was updated, substitute a known-good ECM/PCM (see SUBSTITUTING THE ECM/PCM ), then recheck. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, go to step 1.
NO - If the ECM/PCM was updated, troubleshooting is complete. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, replace the original ECM/PCM; '04-05 models (see '04-05 MODELS ), '06-08 models (see '06-08 MODELS ). If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
CAUTION:
Do not insert your fingers into the installed throttle body when you turn the ignition switch ON (II) or while the ignition switch is ON (II). If you do, you will seriously injure your fingers if the throttle valve is activated.
NOTE:
Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information (see
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION
).
Is DTC P2135 indicated?
YES - Go to step 5.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module.
Does the valve temporarily move to the fully closed position?
YES - Go to step 14.
NO - Go to step 9.
Fig. 42: Checking Continuity Between Throttle Actuator Control Module 16P Connector Terminals No. 10 And No. 12
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Is there continuity?
YES - Go to step 12.
NO - Substitute a known-good throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 16 and recheck. If DTC P2135 is not indicated, replace the original throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 16.
Fig. 43: Checking Continuity Between Throttle Actuator Control Module 16P Connector Terminals No. 10 And No. 12
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Is there continuity?
YES - Repair short in the wires between the TPSA line and the TPSB line, then go to step 16.
NO - Go to step 14.
Is DTC P2135 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module, then go to step 1.
NO - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
NOTE:
Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information (see
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION
).
Is DTC P2138 indicated?
YES - Go to step 5.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the APP sensor and the ECM/PCM.
Are they the same voltage?
YES - Go to step 6.
NO - Go to step 12.
Fig. 44: Checking Continuity Between ECM/PCM Connector Terminals A25 And A26
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Is there continuity?
YES - Go to step 10.
NO - Go to step 22.
Fig. 45: Checking Continuity Between ECM/PCM Connector Terminals A25 And A26
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Is there continuity?
YES - Repair short in the wires between ECM/PCM connector terminals A25 (APSB line) and A26 (APSA line), then go to step 14.
NO - Go to step 13.
Is DTC P2138 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at APP sensor A/B and the ECM/PCM, then go to step 1.
NO - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
Is DTC P2138 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at APP sensor A/B and the ECM/PCM. If the ECM/PCM was updated, substitute a known-good ECM/PCM (see SUBSTITUTING THE ECM/PCM ), then go to step 24. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, go to step 1.
NO - If the ECM/PCM was updated, troubleshooting is complete. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, replace the original ECM/PCM; '04-05 models (see '04-05 MODELS ), '06-08 models (see '06-08 MODELS ). If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
CAUTION:
Do not insert your fingers into the installed throttle body when you turn the ignition switch ON (II) or while the ignition switch is ON (II). If you do, you will seriously injure your fingers if the throttle valve is activated.
NOTE:
Is DTC P2176 indicated?
YES - Go to step 6.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module, then clean the throttle body (see THROTTLE BODY CLEANING ).
Does the throttle valve move to its fully closed position?
YES - Go to step 11.
NO - Go to step 12.
Is there sludge or carbon on the throttle valve?
YES - Clean the throttle body (see THROTTLE BODY CLEANING ), then go to step 20 and recheck.
NO - Go to step 17.
Fig. 46: Connecting Throttle Body 6P Connector Terminals No. 5 And No. 6 With Jumper Wire
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Fig. 47: Checking Continuity Between Throttle Actuator Control Module 16P Connector Terminals No. 1 And No. 8
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Is there continuity?
YES - Substitute a known-good throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 19 and recheck. If DTC P2176 is not indicated, replace the original throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 19.
NO - Repair open in the wires between the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module (motor drive lines), then go to step 19.
Is DTC P2176 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module, then clean the throttle body (see THROTTLE BODY CLEANING ), and go to step. 1.
NO - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the, indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
NOTE:
Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information (see
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION
).
Is the RELAY Circuit OK?
YES - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle actuator control module relay, the throttle actuator control module, and the ECM/PCM.
NO - Go to step 4.
Fig. 48: Identifying Throttle Actuator Control Module Relay
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Is the relay OK?
YES - Go to step 7.
NO - Replace the throttle actuator control module relay, then go to step 10.
Fig. 49: Checking Continuity Between ECM/PCM Connector Terminal D15 And Body Ground
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Is there continuity?
YES - Repair short in the wire between the throttle actuator control module relay and the ECM/PCM (D15), then go to step 10.
NO - Go to step 17.
Is DTC P2552 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle actuator control module relay, the throttle actuator control module, and the ECM/PCM, then go to step 1.
NO - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting.
Is DTC P2552 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle actuator control module relay, the throttle actuator control module, and the ECM/PCM. If the ECM/PCM was updated, substitute a known-good ECM/PCM (see SUBSTITUTING THE ECM/PCM ), then recheck. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, go to step 1.
NO - If the ECM/PCM was updated, troubleshooting is complete. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, replace the original ECM/PCM; '04-05 models (see '04-05 MODELS ), '06-08 models (see '06-08 MODELS ). If any other Temporary DTCs or DTC's are indicated, go to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting.
NOTE:
Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information (see
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION
).
Is DTC U0107 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body, the throttle actuator control module, and the ECM/PCM, then go to step 50. If the connections are OK, go to step 6.
NO - Go to step 4.
Is DTC U0107 indicated?
YES - Go to step 46.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body, the throttle actuator control module relay, the throttle actuator control module, and the ECM/PCM.
Does the throttle valve open after it closes?
YES - Go to step 12.
NO - Go to step 13.
Does the throttle valve open fully?
YES - Go to step 40.
NO - Go to step 34.
Fig. 50: Checking Continuity Between Throttle Actuator Control Module 16P Connector Terminal No. 7 And Body Ground
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Is there continuity?
YES - Go to step 16.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the throttle body, the throttle actuator control module, and G101, then go to step 50.
Fig. 51: Identifying Throttle Actuator Control Module Relay
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Fig. 52: Measuring Voltage Between Throttle Actuator Control Module Relay 4P Connector Terminal No. 1 And Body Ground
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Is there battery voltage?
YES - Go to step 19.
NO - Go to step 18.
Is the fuse OK?
YES - Repair open in the wire between the throttle actuator control module relay (+B line) and the No. 1 DBW (THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL) (15 A) fuse, then go to step 50.
NO - Repair short in the wire between the throttle actuator control module relay (+B line) and the No. 1 DBW (THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL) (15 A) fuse. Also replace the fuse, then go to step 50.
Fig. 53: Measuring Voltage Between Throttle Actuator Control Module 16P Connector Terminal No. 2 And Body Ground
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Is there battery voltage for about 2 seconds?
YES - Substitute a known-good throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 50 and recheck. If DTC U0107 is not indicated, replace the original throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 50.
NO - Go to step 22.
Fig. 54: Identifying Throttle Actuator Control Module Relay
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Is the throttle actuator control module relay OK?
YES - Go to step 25.
NO - Replace the throttle actuator control module relay, then go to step 50.
Fig. 55: Measuring Voltage Between Throttle Actuator Control Module Relay 4P Connector Terminal No. 4 And Body Ground
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Is there battery voltage?
YES - Go to step 27.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the throttle actuator control module relay and PGM-FI main relay 1 (FI MAIN), then go to step 50.
Fig. 56: Checking Continuity Between ECM/PCM Connector Terminal D15 And Throttle Actuator Control Module 4P Connector Terminal No. 3
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Is there continuity?
YES - Go to step 31.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the ECM/PCM (D15) and the throttle actuator control module relay, then go to step 50.
Fig. 57: Checking Continuity Between Throttle Actuator Control Module 16P Connector Terminal No. 2 And Body Ground
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Is there continuity?
YES - Repair short in the wire between the throttle actuator control module and the throttle actuator control module relay (+B line), then go to step 50.
NO - Go to step 32.
Fig. 58: Connecting Throttle Actuator Control Module Relay 4P Connector Terminal No. 2 To Body Ground With Jumper Wire
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Fig. 59: Checking Continuity Between Throttle Actuator Control Module 16P Connector Terminal No. 2 And Body Ground
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Is there continuity?
YES - Go to step 56.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the throttle actuator control module and the throttle actuator control module relay (+B line), then go to step 50.
Fig. 60: Checking Continuity Between ECM/PCM Connector Terminal B19 And Body Ground
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Is there continuity?
YES - Repair short in the wire between the ECM/PCM (B19) and the throttle actuator control module, then go to step 50.
NO - Go to step 39.
Fig. 61: Checking Continuity Between ECM/PCM Connector Terminal B19 And Throttle Actuator Control Module 16P Connector Terminal No. 6
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Is there continuity?
YES - Substitute a known-good throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 50 and recheck. If DTC U0107 is not indicated, replace the original throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 50. If DTC U0107 is indicated, go to step 56.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the ECM/PCM (B19) and the throttle actuator control module, then go to step 50.
Fig. 62: Checking Continuity Between ECM/PCM Connector Terminal B20 And Body Ground
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Is there continuity?
YES - Repair short in the wire between the ECM/PCM (B20) and the throttle actuator control module, then go to step 50.
NO - Go to step 45.
Fig. 63: Checking Continuity Between ECM/PCM Connector Terminal B20 And Throttle Actuator Control Module 16P Connector Terminal No. 14
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Is there continuity?
YES - Substitute a known-good throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 50 and recheck. If DTC U0107 is not indicated, replace the original throttle actuator control module (see THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 50. If DTC U0107 is indicated, go to step 56.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the ECM/PCM (B20) and the throttle actuator control module, then go to step 50.
Fig. 64: Checking Continuity Between Body Ground And ECM/PCM Connector Terminals A8 And A9
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Is there continuity?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body, the throttle actuator control module relay, the throttle actuator control module, and the ECM/PCM. Then reconnect all connectors, and go to step 6.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the ECM/PCM (A8, A9) and G101, then go to step 50.
Is DTC U0107 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body, the throttle actuator control module relay, the throttle actuator control module, and the ECM/PCM, then go to step 1.
NO - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting.
Is DTC U0107 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body, the throttle actuator control module relay, the throttle actuator control module, and the ECM/PCM. If the ECM/PCM was updated, substitute a known-good ECM/PCM (see SUBSTITUTING THE ECM/PCM ), then recheck. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, go to step 1.
NO - If the ECM/PCM was updated, troubleshooting is complete. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, replace the original ECM/PCM; '04-05 models (see '04-05 MODELS ), '06-08 models (see '06-08 MODELS ). If any other Temporary DTCs or DTC's are indicated, go to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting.
NOTE:
Fig. 65: Connecting HDS To DLC
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Fig. 66: Identifying Accelerator Pedal Position (APP) Sensor 6P Connector
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Fig. 67: Identifying Throttle Actuator Control Module 16P Connector
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