P2112-ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL - UNABLE TO OPEN





For a complete wiring diagram Refer to Section 8W.



Possible Causes
THROTTLE PLATE STUCK AT OR BELOW LIMP HOME POSITION
(K126) ETC MOTOR (-) CIRCUIT SHORTED TO BATTERY VOLTAGE
(K124) ETC MOTOR (+) CIRCUIT OPEN
(K126) ETC MOTOR (-) CIRCUIT OPEN
(K124) ETC MOTOR (+) CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
(K126) ETC MOTOR (-) CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
PCM


Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).



Diagnostic Test

1. ACTIVE DTC

Ignition on, engine not running.

NOTE: The PCM tests the ETC Motor by opening and closing the Throttle Plate before starting the engine. If during this test the Throttle plate does not return to the closed position this DTC sets.


With a scan tool, select View DTCs.

NOTE: Diagnose any TP Sensor, Battery Voltage, and 5-Volt Supply DTCs before continuing.



Is the DTC Active at this time?

Yes


No

2. THROTTLE PLATE STUCK OPEN

Turn the ignition off.

NOTE: The PCM tests the ETC Motor by opening and closing the Throttle Plate before starting the engine. If during this test the Throttle plate does not open this DTC sets.


Remove the Air Cleaner Assembly from the Throttle Body.
Check for any signs of a foreign material causing the Throttle to remain open.
Using a scan tool actuate the ETC Motor.

Does the Throttle Plate move?

Yes


No

3. (K126) ETC MOTOR (-) CIRCUIT SHORTED TO BATTERY VOLTAGE



Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the Throttle Body harness connector.
Disconnect the C2 PCM harness connector.

CAUTION: Do not probe the PCM harness connectors. Probing the PCM harness connectors will damage the PCM terminals resulting in poor terminal to pin connection. Install Miller Special Tool #8815 to perform diagnosis.


Ignition on, engine not running.
With a 12-volt test light connected to ground, probe the (K126) ETC Motor (-) circuit at the appropriate terminal of special tool #8815.

Does the test light illuminate brightly?

Yes


No

4. (K124) ETC MOTOR (+) CIRCUIT OPEN



Turn the ignition off.
Measure the resistance of the (K124) ETC Motor (+) circuit from the Throttle Body harness connector to the appropriate terminal of special tool #8815.

Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?

Yes


No

5. (K126) ETC MOTOR (-) CIRCUIT OPEN



Measure the resistance of the (K126) ETC Motor (-) circuit from the Throttle Body harness connector to the appropriate terminal of special tool #8815.

Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?

Yes


No

6. (K124) ETC MOTOR (+) CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND



Measure the resistance between a known good ground and the (K124) ETC Motor (+) circuit at the appropriate terminal of special tool #8815.

Is the resistance below 100 ohms?

Yes


No

7. (K126) ETC MOTOR (-) CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND



Measure the resistance between a known good ground and the (K126) ETC Motor (-) circuit at the appropriate terminal of special tool #8815.

Is the resistance below 100 ohms?

Yes


No

8. PCM

NOTE: Before continuing, check the PCM harness connector terminals for corrosion, damage, or terminal push out. Repair as necessary.


Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wire harness and connectors. Pay particular attention to all Power and Ground circuits.

Were there any problems found?

Yes


No