Diagnostic Instructions
DTC Descriptor
DTC P0068: Throttle Body Airflow Performance
DTC P1101: Intake Air Flow System Performance
Circuit/System Description
The engine control module (ECM) compares actual airflow based on throttle position (TP) to a calculated airflow based on manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor, and mass air flow (MAF).
Conditions for Running the DTC
DTC P0068
• | The engine speed is greater than 800 RPM. |
• | The ignition voltage is greater than 6.0 volts. |
• | The throttle actuator control system is not in reduced power mode. |
• | The DTC runs continuously when the above conditions are met. |
DTC P1101
• | DTCs P0102, P0103, P0107, P0108, P0112, P0113, P0117, P0118, P0335, P0336 are not set |
• | The engine speed is between 400-6,500 RPM |
• | The ECT Sensor is between 70-125°C (158-257°F). |
• | The IAT Sensor is between -20 to +125°C (-4 to +257°F). |
• | The DTC runs continuously when the above conditions are met. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The ECM detects that the actual airflow rate is greater than the calculated airflow.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
• | DTC P0068 is a Type A DTC. |
• | DTC P1101 is a Type B DTC. |
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
• | DTC P0068 is a Type A DTC. |
• | DTC P1101 is a Type B DTC. |
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Engine Controls Schematics
Connector End View Reference
Component Connector End Views
Electrical Information Reference
DTC Type Reference
Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Testing
- Verify none of the following conditions exist:
• | The air intake duct system for loose clamps, cracks, or other damage |
• | The air intake duct system for being collapsed or restricted |
• | Throttle body for dirt, debris, and coking |
• | A damaged throttle body blade or shaft |
• | Splits, kinks, or improper connections at the vacuum hoses |
• | Vacuum leaks at the intake manifold, throttle body, and injector O-rings |
⇒ | If a condition exists, repair as necessary. |
- Ignition ON, observe the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) information with a scan tool. Verify that DTCs P0641, P0651, P0697, or P06A3 are not set.
- Determine the current vehicle testing altitude. Compare the MAP sensor pressure parameter to the reading in the
Altitude Versus Barometric Pressure table. The MAP sensor pressure parameter should be within
the specified range indicated in the table.
⇒ | If the MAP sensor pressure is not within the range specified for your altitude, refer to
DTC P0106. |
- Engine idling, observe the MAP Sensor parameter. The reading should be between 26-52 kPa.
⇒ | If not within the specified range, refer to
DTC P0106. |
- Use the scan tool snapshot function to take a snapshot of the engine data list while performing the actions listed below.
5.2. | Increase the engine speed slowly to 3,000 RPM and then back to idle. |
5.3. | Exit from the scan tool snapshot and review the data. |
5.4. | Observe the mass air flow (MAF) sensor parameter frame by frame with a scan tool. The MAF sensor g/s parameter should change smoothly and gradually as the engine speed is increased and then returned to idle. |
⇒ | If the MAF sensor g/s does not change smoothly and gradually, refer to
DTC P0101 for further diagnosis. |
- If all conditions test normal, test the engine for a mechanical condition. Refer to
Symptoms - Engine Mechanical.
Repair Instructions
Perform the
Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.