Circuit Description
The throttle position (TP) sensors 1 and 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 powertrain control module (PCM) with a signal voltage proportional to the throttle plate movement. The TP sensor 1 signal voltage at closed throttle is near the 5-volt reference circuit and decreases as the throttle plate is opened. The TP sensor 2 signal voltage at closed throttle is near the low reference circuit and increases as the throttle plate is opened. If the PCM detects that the TP sensor 1 signal voltage is more than the predicted range, DTC P0123 sets.
DTC Descriptor
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:
DTC P0123 Throttle Position (TP) Sensor 1 Circuit High Voltage
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | The ignition switch is in the Crank or Run position. |
| • | DTC P0641 is not set. |
| • | The ignition voltage is greater than 5.23 volts. |
| • | DTC P0123 runs continuously when the above conditions are met. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The PCM detects that the TP sensor 1 voltage is more than 4.67 volts for more than 0.4 seconds.
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: Powertrain Control Module Connector End Views or Engine Controls Connector End Views | ||||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | -- | 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 Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections |
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. Does the DMM indicate voltage within the specified range? | 4.8-5.2 V | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 8 |
6 | Measure the voltage from the TP sensor 1 signal circuit to a good ground with a DMM. Does the DMM indicate that the voltage is more than the specified value? | 0.2 V | Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 15 |
7 | Test the TP sensor 1 5-volt reference circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs. 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. 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. 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. 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 powertrain control module (PCM). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs. 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. 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 PCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 16 | Go to Step 14 |
14 | Replace the PCM. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming. 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 | |
