SFI SYSTEM, Diagnostic DTC:P2118

DTC Code DTC Name
P2118 Throttle Actuator Control Motor Current Range / Performance

DESCRIPTION

The electronic throttle control system has a dedicated power supply circuit. The voltage (+BM) is monitored and when it is low (less than 4 V), the ECM determines that there is a malfunction in the electronic throttle control system and cuts off the current to the throttle actuator.

When the voltage becomes unstable, the electronic throttle control system itself becomes unstable. For this reason, when the voltage is low, the current to the throttle actuator is cut. If repairs are made and the system returns to normal, turn the engine switch off. On the next restart, the ECM will allow the current to flow to the throttle actuator.

Tech Tips

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

A019N0CE60
DTC No. DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area
P2118

Open in electronic throttle control system power source (+BM) circuit

(1 trip detection logic)

  • Open in electronic throttle control system power source circuit

  • Battery

  • Battery terminals

  • ETCS fuse

  • ECM

FAIL-SAFE

When either of these DTCs, or other DTCs relating to ETCS (Electronic Throttle Control System) malfunctions are stored, 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 6° 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 position to allow the vehicle to continue at a minimal speed. If the accelerator pedal is depressed firmly and gently, the vehicle can be driven slowly.

The ECM continues operating in fail-safe mode until a pass condition is detected, and the engine switch is then turned off.

WIRING DIAGRAM

A019JRZE30

INSPECTION PROCEDURE

Note

Inspect the fuse for circuits related to this system before performing the following inspection procedure.

Tech Tips

Read freeze frame data using the intelligent tester. The ECM records vehicle and driving condition information as freeze frame data the moment a DTC is stored. 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. READ VALUE USING INTELLIGENT TESTER (+BM VOLTAGE)


    1. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.

    2. Turn the engine switch on (IG) and turn the tester on.

    3. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List / All Data / +BM Voltage.

    4. Read the value displayed on the tester.

      Result
      Result Proceed to
      Below 11 V or higher than 14 V A
      11 to 14 V B

    B

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    A

  2. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (BATTERY - ECM, ECM - BODY GROUND)


    1. Disconnect the ECM connectors.

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

      Standard Voltage
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      A70-3 (+BM) - Body ground Always 11 to 14 V

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

      Standard Resistance (Check for Open)
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      D44-19 (ME01) - Body ground Always Below 1 Ω
      D44-104 (E1) - Body ground Always Below 1 Ω

    4. Reconnect the ECM connectors.


    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

    OK

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