THROTTLE BODY ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

PROCEDURE

  1. CHECK THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY

    1. Check the throttle control motor operating sound.

      1. Turn the ignition switch to ON.

      2. When depressing the accelerator pedal, check the operating sound of the motor. Make sure that no friction noise is emitted from the motor.

        If any friction noise exists, replace the throttle body assembly.

    2. Check the throttle position sensor.

      1. Connect the GTS to the DLC3.

      2. Turn the ignition switch to ON and turn the GTS on.

      3. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / All Data / Throttle Position No. 1 and Throttle Position No. 2.

        Powertrain > Engine and ECT > Data List

        Tester Display

        Throttle Position No.1

        Throttle Position No.2

      4. When the throttle valve is fully open, check that the Throttle Sensor Position value is within the specification.

        Standard throttle valve opening percentage

        Tester Display

        Specified Condition

        Throttle Sensor Position

        60% or higher

        CAUTION:

        When checking the standard throttle valve opening percentage, the shift lever should be in N.

        If the percentage is less than 60%, replace the throttle body assembly.