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.
TP sensor Signal voltage should be about 0.6 volt at idle. The TP sensor voltage should increase to above 4.0 volts at wide open throttle (WOT).
When the PCM senses a signal voltage higher than the normal operating range of the sensor, this DTC will set.
Conditions for Running the DTC
The ignition switch is in the Run position.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
| • | The TP sensor voltage is greater than 4.8 volts. |
| • | All the conditions present for 3.5 minutes. |
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
An intermittent DTC can be caused by electromagnetic interference (EMI). Inspect related circuits for being too close to secondary ignition wires and the alternator.
For an intermittent, refer to Symptoms .
Test Description
Number(s) below refer to step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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If DTC P0123 failed this ignition, indicates a hard failure is present. When a hard failure is present, both the hard and intermittent DTCs will set.
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When moving related connectors, visually/physically inspect connectors for the following:
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When moving related wiring harnesses, visually/physically inspect wiring for the following:
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Using Freeze Frame and/or Failure Records data may aid in locating an intermittent condition. If the DTC cannot be duplicated, 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 were noted. This will isolate when the DTC failed. If this DTC runs and passes the diagnostic, the scan tool will not indicate any information under DTC Status.
| • | 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 reformed or replaced 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. |
| • | Wire insulation that is rubbed through, causing an intermittent short. |
| • | Wiring broken inside the insulation. |
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
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1 | Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check? | -- | ||
Did DTC P0123 fail this ignition cycle? | -- | Go to DTC P0123 Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Circuit High Voltage | ||
Does sensor value change abruptly while a related connector is being moved? | -- | |||
Using a scan tool, observe affected sensor value while moving related wiring harnesses. Does sensor value change abruptly while moving related electrical harnesses? | -- | |||
Does the scan tool indicate that this diagnostic failed this ignition? | -- | Go to Diagnostic Aids | ||
6 | Repair the damage connectors/terminals. Refer to Repairing Connector Terminals in Wiring Systems. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
7 | Repair the faulty wiring. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
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Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
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Does the scan tool indicate that this test ran and passed? | -- | ||
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? | -- | Go to the applicable DTC table | System OK |
