Circuit Description
The throttle position (TP) sensors 1 and 2 are located within the throttle body assembly. Each sensor has the following circuits:
| • | A 5-volt reference circuit |
| • | A low reference circuit |
| • | A signal circuit |
This provides the powertrain control module (PCM) with a signal voltage proportional to the throttle plate movement. The TP sensor 1 signal voltage at closed throttle is near the 5-volt reference circuit and decreases as the throttle plate is opened. The TP sensor 2 signal voltage at closed throttle is near the low reference circuit and increases as the throttle plate is opened. If the PCM detects that the TP sensor 1 signal voltage is less than the predicted range, DTC P0122 sets.
DTC Descriptor
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:
DTC P0122 Throttle Position (TP) Sensor 1 Circuit Low Voltage
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | The ignition switch is in the Crank or Run position. |
| • | DTC P0641 is not set. |
| • | The ignition voltage is greater than 5.23 volts. |
| • | DTC P0122 runs continuously when the above conditions are met. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The PCM detects that the TP sensor 1 voltage is less than 0.27 volts for more than 0.4 seconds.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The control module illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) when the diagnostic runs and fails. |
| • | The control module records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The control module stores this information in the Freeze Frame and/or the Failure Records. |
| • | The control module commands the TAC system to operate in the Reduced Engine Power mode. |
| • | A message center or an indicator displays Reduced Engine Power. |
| • | Under certain conditions the control module commands the engine OFF. |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | The control module turns OFF the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) after 3 consecutive ignition cycles that the diagnostic runs and does not fail. |
| • | A current DTC, Last Test Failed, clears when the diagnostic runs and passes. |
| • | A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other emission related diagnostic. |
| • | Clear the MIL and the DTC with a scan tool. |
Step | Action | Values | Yes | No | ||||||
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Schematic Reference: Engine Controls Schematics Connector End View Reference: Powertrain Control Module Connector End Views or Engine Controls Connector End Views | ||||||||||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information | ||||||
2 |
Is the TP Sensor 1 Voltage parameter less than the specified value? | 0.27 V | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 3 | ||||||
3 |
Did the DTC fail this ignition ? | -- | Go to Step 4 | Go to Intermittent Conditions | ||||||
4 |
Does the DMM indicate voltage within the specified range? | 4.8-5.2 V | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 6 | ||||||
5 |
Is the TP Sensor 1 Voltage parameter within the specified range? | 4.8-5.2 V | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 7 | ||||||
6 | Test the TP sensor 1 5-volt reference circuit for the following conditions:
Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 8 | ||||||
7 | Test the TP sensor 1 signal circuit for the following conditions:
Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 8 | ||||||
8 | Test for an intermittent and for a poor connection at the throttle body. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 9 | ||||||
9 | Test for an intermittent and for a poor connection at the powertrain control module (PCM). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 10 | ||||||
10 | Replace the PCM. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming. Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 12 | -- | ||||||
11 | Replace the throttle body assembly. Refer to Throttle Body Assembly Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 12 | -- | ||||||
12 |
Did the DTC fail this ignition? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Step 13 | ||||||
13 | Observe the Capture Info with a scan tool. Are there any DTCs that have not been diagnosed? | -- | Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information | System OK | ||||||
