SFI SYSTEM, Diagnostic DTC:P2102, P2103

DTC Code DTC Name
P2102 Throttle Actuator Control Motor Circuit Low
P2103 Throttle Actuator Control Motor Circuit High

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

The throttle actuator is operated by the ECM and opens and closes the throttle valve using gears.

The opening angle of the throttle valve is detected by the Throttle Position (TP) sensor, which is mounted on the throttle body. The TP sensor provides feedback to the ECM. This feedback allows the ECM to appropriately control the throttle actuator and monitor the throttle opening angle as the ECM responds to driver inputs.

Tech Tips

This ETCS (Electronic Throttle Control System) does not use a throttle cable.

DTC No. DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area
P2102

Conditions (a) and (b) continue for 2.0 seconds (1 trip detection logic):

(a) Throttle actuator duty ratio 80% or more

(b) Throttle actuator current 0.5 A or less

  • Open in throttle actuator circuit


  • Throttle actuator


  • ECM
P2103

Either of following conditions is met (1 trip detection logic):


  • Hybrid IC diagnosis signal fail

  • Hybrid IC current limiter port fail

  • Short in throttle actuator circuit


  • Throttle actuator


  • Throttle valve


  • Throttle body assembly


  • ECM

MONITOR DESCRIPTION

The ECM monitors the electrical current through the electronic actuator and detects malfunctions and open circuits in the throttle actuator based on this value. If the current is outside the standard range, the ECM determines that there is a malfunction in the throttle actuator. In addition, if the throttle valve does not function properly (for example, if the throttle actuator is stuck on), the ECM determines that there is a malfunction. The ECM then illuminates the MIL and stores a DTC.


FAIL-SAFE

When either of these DTCs, as well as other DTCs relating to ETCS (Electronic Throttle Control System) malfunctions, is set, the ECM enters fail-safe mode. During fail-safe mode, the ECM cuts the current to the throttle actuator, and the throttle valve is returned to a 7° throttle angle by the return spring. The ECM then adjusts the engine output by controlling the fuel injection (intermittent fuel-cut) and ignition timing, in accordance with the accelerator pedal opening angle, to allow the vehicle to continue running at a minimal speed. If the accelerator pedal is depressed firmly and gently, the vehicle can be driven slowly.

Fail-safe mode continues until a pass condition is detected, and the engine switch is then turned off.

WIRING DIAGRAM

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INSPECTION PROCEDURE

Tech Tips


  • Read freeze frame data using the intelligent tester. Freeze frame data records the engine condition when malfunctions are detected. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can help determine if the vehicle was moving or stationary, 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.

  • The throttle actuator current (Throttle Motor Current) and the throttle actuator duty ratio (Throttle Motor Open Duty / Throttle Motor Close Duty) can be read using the intelligent tester. However, the ECM shuts off the throttle actuator current when the ETCS malfunctions.

PROCEDURE


  1. INSPECT THROTTLE BODY (RESISTANCE OF THROTTLE ACTUATOR)


    1. A01GJ4XE01

      Disconnect the E21 throttle body connector.

    2. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard resistance
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      2 (M+) - 1 (M-) 20°C (68°F) 0.3 to 100 Ω

    NG

    REPLACE THROTTLE BODY Click here

    OK

  2. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (THROTTLE ACTUATOR - ECM)


    1. A01GNXAE02

      Disconnect the E21 throttle body connector.

    2. Disconnect the E2 ECM connector.

    3. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard resistance (Check for open)
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      E21-2 (M+) - E2-7 (M+) Always Below 1 Ω
      E21-1 (M-) - E2-6 (M-) Always Below 1 Ω
      Standard resistance (Check for short)
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      E21-2 (M+) or E2-7 (M+) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher
      E21-1 (M-) or E2-6 (M-) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher

    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

    OK

  3. INSPECT THROTTLE BODY (VISUALLY CHECK THROTTLE VALVE)


    1. Check for foreign objects between the throttle valve and the housing.

      OK
      No foreign objects between the throttle valve and housing.

    NG

    REMOVE FOREIGN OBJECT AND CLEAN THROTTLE BODY

    OK

  4. INSPECT THROTTLE VALVE


    1. Check if the throttle valve opens and closes smoothly.

      OK
      Throttle valve opens and closes smoothly.

    NG

    REPLACE THROTTLE BODY Click here

    OK

    REPLACE ECM Click here