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Object Number: 337361  Size: MF
Engine Controls Component Views
Cell 21: G103, Idle Air Control Valve, MAF Sensor, TP Sensor, MAP Sensor
OBD II Symbol Description Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice

Circuit Description

The Throttle Position (TP) sensor is a potentiometer. The TP sensor is mounted to the left side of the throttle body. The TP sensor provides a voltage signal that changes relative to throttle blade angle. This signal voltage is one of the most important inputs used by the PCM. The TP sensor has a 5.0 volt reference, a ground and a signal circuit.

The TP sensor Signal voltage should be below 1.0 volt at idle. The TP sensor voltage should increase to above 4.0 volts at wide open throttle (WOT).

This DTC will sets when the PCM senses a signal voltage lower than the normal operating range of the sensor.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition switch is in the run position.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • TP sensor voltage is less than 0.2 volts.
    • The intermittent condition exists for a total of 1.0 second during a 20.0 second time period.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The powertrain control module (PCM) stores the DTC information into memory when the diagnostic runs and fails.
    • The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will not illuminate.
    • The PCM records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The PCM stores this information in the Failure Records.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • A last test failed, or current DTC, clears when the diagnostic runs and does not fail.
    • A history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other non-emission related diagnostic.
    • Use a scan tool in order to clear the DTC.

Diagnostic Aids

Important: Remove any debris from the PCM connector surfaces before servicing the PCM. Inspect the PCM connector gaskets when diagnosing/replacing the PCM. Ensure that the gaskets are installed correctly. The gaskets prevent water intrusion into the PCM.

An intermittent DTC can be caused by electromagnetic interference (EMI). Inspect related circuits for being too close to secondary ignition wires and the generator.`

For an intermittent, refer to Symptoms .

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. If DTC P0122 failed this ignition, indicates a hard failure is present. When a hard failure is present, both the hard and intermittent DTCs will set. The engine must be operating longer than 30 seconds to verify if the DTC set.

  2. When moving related connectors, visually/physically inspect connectors for the following:

  3. • Poor mating of the connector halves or a terminal not fully seated in the connector body (backed out).
    • Improperly formed or damaged terminals. All connector terminals in the related circuits should be carefully reform or replace to insure proper contact tension.
    • Poor terminal to wire connection. Inspect for poor crimps, crimping over wire insulation rather than the wire.
    • Dirt or corrosion on terminals. Inspect connector seals for being there and for being damaged.
  4. When moving related wiring harnesses, visually/physically inspect wiring for the following:

  5. • Wire insulation that is rubbed through, causing an intermittent short.
    • Wiring broken inside the insulation.
  6. Using Freeze Frame and/or Failure Records data may aid in locating an intermittent condition. If you cannot duplicate the DTC, the information included in the Freeze Frame and/or Failure Records data can be useful in determining how many miles since the DTC set. The Fail Counter and Pass Counter can also be used to determine how many ignition cycles the diagnostic reported a pass and/or a fail. Operate vehicle within the same freeze frame conditions (RPM, load, vehicle speed, temperature etc.) that you observed. This isolates when the DTC failed.

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check

2

  1. Install the scan tool.
  2. Start and idle the engine.
  3. Monitor the DTC Information option using the scan tool.

Did DTC P0122 fail this ignition ?

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Go to DTC P0122 Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Circuit Low Voltage

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Turn On the ignition leaving the engine OFF.
  2. Observe the affected sensor value on the scan tool while moving the related harness connectors (at the component and the PCM).

Does sensor value change abruptly while a related connector is being moved?

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Go to Step 6

Go to Step 4

4

Observe the affected sensor value on the scan tool while moving the related wiring harnesses.

Does sensor value change abruptly while moving related electrical harnesses?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Step 5

5

  1. Turn ON the ignition leaving the engine OFF.
  2. Review the Freeze Frame and/or Failure Records data for this DTC and observe the parameters.
  3. Turn OFF the ignition for 15 seconds.
  4. Start the engine.
  5. Operate the vehicle within the conditions required for this diagnostic to run, and as close to the conditions recorded in the Freeze Frame/Failure Records as possible. Special operating conditions that you need to meet before the PCM will run this diagnostic, where applicable, are listed in Conditions for Running the DTC.
  6. Select the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) option, the Specific DTC option, then enter the DTC number using the scan tool.

Does the scan tool indicate that this diagnostic failed this ignition?

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Go to Step 8

Go to Diagnostic Aids

6

Repair the damaged connectors/terminals. Refer to Repairing Connector Terminals in Wiring Systems.

Is the action complete?

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Go to Step 9

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7

Repair the circuit as necessary. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the action complete?

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Go to Step 9

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8

  1. Re-inspect all the related circuits and connectors.
  2. If all the circuits have been tested thoroughly and no faults can be found, replace the sensor/component.

Is the action complete?

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Go to Step 9

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9

  1. Select the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) option and the Clear DTC Information option using the scan tool.
  2. Idle the engine at the normal operating temperature.
  3. Select the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) option and the Specific DTC option, then enter the DTC number using the scan tool.
  4. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text, if applicable.

Does the scan tool indicate that this test ran and passed?

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Go to Step 10

Go to Step 2

10

Select the Capture Info option and the Review Info option using the scan tool.

Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed?

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Go to the applicable DTC table

System OK