Inspection Procedure
HINT:
Read freeze frame data using the hand-held tester or the OBD II scan tool. Freeze frame data records the engine conditions when a malfunction is detected. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can help determine if the vehicle was running or stopped, if the engine was warmed up or not, if the air-fuel ratio was lean or rich, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.
- Check throttle body (throttle actuator) (see THROTTLE BODY
).
- NG: Replace throttle body.
- OK: Go To Next Step
- Check for open and short in wire harness between throttle actuator and ECM (see HOW TO USE THE DIAGNOSTIC CHART AND INSPECTION PROCEDURE
).
- NG: Repair or replace harness and connector.
- OK: Go To Next Step
- Inspect throttle body (Visually check throttle valve).
CHECK:
- Check for foreign objects between the throttle valve and the housing.
- Also, check if the valve can open and close smoothly.
- NG: Remove foreign objects and clean throttle body.
- OK: Replace ECM (see ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) ).