Circuit Description
The throttle position (TP) sensor circuit provides a voltage signal that changes relative to the throttle blade angle. The signal voltage will vary from less than 1.0 volt at closed throttle to more then 4.0 volts at wide open throttle (WOT). If the powertrain control module (PCM) detects a TP signal voltage that is intermittently less than the range of the TP sensor, DTC P1122 will be set.
Conditions for Running the DTC
The ignition is ON.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The TP sensor intermittently indicates a throttle position signal of less than 0.1 volt
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The PCM will not illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). |
| • | The PCM will store conditions which were present when the DTC set as Failure Records data only. This information will not be stored as Freeze Frame data. |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | A history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles have occurred without a malfunction. |
| • | The DTC can be cleared by using the scan tool. |
Diagnostic Aids
Inspect for the following conditions:
| • | A poor connection at the PCM or the sensor. Inspect the harness connectors for the following conditions: |
| - | Backed-out terminals |
| - | Improper mating |
| - | Broken locks |
| - | Improperly formed or damaged terminals |
| - | Poor terminal-to-wire connection |
| • | Use a corresponding mating terminal to test for the proper terminal tension. |
| • | A damaged harness. Inspect the wiring harness for damage. If the harness appears to be OK, observe the TP display on the scan tool while moving the connectors and the wiring harnesses related to the TP sensor. A change in the display indicates the location of the malfunction. |
If DTC P1122 cannot be duplicated, reviewing the Failure Records vehicle mileage since the diagnostic test last failed may help determine how often the condition that caused the DTC to be set occurs. This may assist in diagnosing the condition.
Step | Action | Values | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check? | -- | ||
2 | Select diagnostic trouble code (DTC) info and note if any other DTCs are set. Is DTC P0122 also set? | -- | Go to DTC P0122 Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Circuit Low Voltage | |
3 | Is DTC P1107 also set? | -- | ||
4 | Test all of the 5 volt reference A circuits and the connected components for an intermittent short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||
5 | Test the 5 volt reference circuit of the TP sensor for an intermittent open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||
6 | Test the signal circuit of the TP sensor for an intermittent short to ground, high resistance, or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||
7 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the TP sensor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||
8 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the 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 Diagnostic Aids | |
9 |
Does the scan tool indicate DTC P1122 failed? | -- | System OK |
