SFI SYSTEM, Diagnostic DTC:P2111, P2112

DTC Code DTC Name
P2111 Throttle Actuator Control System - Stuck Open
P2112 Throttle Actuator Control System - Stuck Closed

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 sensor, which is mounted on the throttle body. The throttle position 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

The electronic throttle control system does not use a throttle cable.

DTC No. DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area
P2111

ECM signals throttle actuator to close, but stuck

(1 trip detection logic)

  • Throttle actuator

  • Throttle body

  • Throttle valve

  • ECM
P2112

ECM signals throttle actuator to open, but stuck

(1 trip detection logic)

  • Throttle actuator

  • Throttle body

  • Throttle valve

  • ECM

MONITOR DESCRIPTION

The ECM determines that there is a malfunction in the electronic throttle control system when the throttle valve remains at a fixed angle despite a high drive current from the ECM. The ECM illuminates the MIL and sets a DTC.

If the malfunction is not repaired successfully, a DTC is set when the accelerator pedal is fully depressed and released quickly (to fully open and close the throttle valve) after the engine is next started.

FAIL-SAFE

When either of these DTCs, as well as other DTCs relating to 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 off, 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

Refer to DTC P2102 Click here.

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.

PROCEDURE


  1. CHECK ANY OTHER DTCS OUTPUT (IN ADDITION TO DTC P2111 OR P2112)


    1. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.

    2. Turn the engine switch on (IG).

    3. Turn the tester ON.

    4. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / DTC.

    5. Read the DTCs.

      Result
      Result Proceed to
      DTC P2111 or P2112 is output A
      DTC P2111 or P2112 and other DTCs are output B

      Tech Tips

      If any DTCs other than P2111 or P2112 are output, troubleshoot those DTCs first.


    B

    GO TO DTC CHART Click here

    A

  2. INSPECT THROTTLE BODY (VISUALLY CHECK THROTTLE VALVE)


    1. Check for contamination between the throttle valve and the housing. If necessary, clean the throttle body. And check that the throttle valve moves smoothly.

      OK
      Throttle valve is not contaminated with foreign objects and moves smoothly.

    NG

    REPLACE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY Click here

    OK

  3. CHECK WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS (DTC P2111 OR P2112)


    1. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.

    2. Turn the engine switch on (IG).

    3. Turn the tester ON.

    4. Clear the DTC Click here.

    5. Start the engine, and fully depress and release the accelerator pedal quickly (to fully open and close the throttle valve).

    6. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / DTC.

    7. Read the DTC.

      Result
      Result Proceed to
      DTC is not output A
      DTCs P2111 or P2112 is output B

    B

    REPLACE ECM Click here

    A

    CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS Click here