Circuit Description
The throttle position (TP) sensor 1 and sensor 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 engine control module (ECM) with a signal voltage proportional to the throttle plate movement. TP sensor 1 signal voltage at closed throttle is near the 5-volt reference and decreases as the throttle plate is opened. TP sensor 2 signal voltage at closed throttle is near the low reference and increases as the throttle plate is opened. If the ECM detects the TP sensor 1 signal voltage is more than the predicted range, DTC P0123 sets.
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | The ignition switch is in the crank or run position. |
| • | DTC P0641 is not set. |
| • | The ignition voltage is more than 5.23 volts. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The ECM detects that the TP sensor 1 voltage is more than 4.67 volts.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Schematic Reference: Engine Controls Schematics Connector End View Reference: Engine Controls Connector End Views or Engine Control Module Connector End Views | ||||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls? | -- | Go to Step 2 | |
2 |
Is the TP sensor 1 voltage parameter more than the specified value? | 4.67 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 7 |
5 | Measure the voltage from the 5-volt reference circuit to the low reference circuit of TP sensor 1 with a DMM. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems. Does the DMM indicate voltage within the specified range? | 4.8-5.2 V | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 8 |
6 |
Is the TP sensor 1 voltage parameter more than the specified value? | 4.8 V | Go to Step 15 | Go to Step 9 |
7 | Test the TP sensor 1 5-volt reference circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 16 | Go to Step 10 |
8 | Test the TP sensor 1 low reference circuit for an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 16 | Go to Step 12 |
9 | Test the TP sensor 1 signal circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 16 | Go to Step 10 |
10 | Test for shorted terminals 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 16 | Go to Step 11 |
11 | Test for shorted terminals and for a poor connection at the engine control module (ECM). 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 16 | Go to Step 14 |
12 | 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 16 | Go to Step 13 |
13 | Test for an intermittent and for a poor connection at the ECM. 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 16 | Go to Step 14 |
14 | Replace the ECM. Refer to Engine Control Module Replacement Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 16 | -- |
15 | Replace the throttle body assembly. Refer to Throttle Body Assembly Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 16 | -- |
16 |
Did the DTC fail this ignition? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Step 17 |
17 | Observe the capture Info with a scan tool. Are there any DTCs that have not been diagnosed? | -- | System OK | |
