P2101

P2101-ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL MOTOR PERFORMANCE

WHEN MONITORED:
With the vehicle running, ETC Motor not in Limp Home mode, and the TPS adaptation is complete.

SET CONDITION:
The PCM recognizes too large of an error between the actual position of the Throttle Plate and the Set Point position. One trip fault and the code will set within 5 seconds. Three good trips to turn off the MIL ETC light is flashing.

POSSIBLE CAUSES
- Throttle body assembly
- Low battery voltage
- PCM

Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding.

DIAGNOSTIC TEST

1. ACTIVE DTC

NOTE:
- Before continuing visually inspect the throttle blade and bore for any obstructions. Icing of the throttle body may have caused this code to set.
- Low battery voltage can also cause excessive current draw, in very hot and very cold ambient temperature. Make sure the battery can pass a Load test before continuing.
- Diagnose any 5-Volt Supply, Battery, and TP Sensor DTCs before continuing.

Ignition on, engine not running.
With a scan tool, read DTCs.

Q: Is the DTC active at this time?

YES: Go To 2
NO: Refer to the INTERMITTENT CONDITION Diagnostic Procedure. Component Tests and General Diagnostics
Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Powertrain Verification Test

2. THROTTLE PLATE INSPECTION
Turn the ignition off.
Remove the Air Cleaner Assembly from the Throttle Body.
Check for any signs of a foreign material (ice or dirt) on the Throttle Plate or in the bore causing the Throttle Plate to stick.
Manually open and close the throttle plate using your hands.

Q: Does the Throttle Plate move?

YES: Go To 3
NO: Remove the debris if possible or replace the Throttle Body Assembly. Disconnect the Battery when replacing the Throttle Body Assembly. After installation is complete, use a scan tool and select the ETC RELEARN function. Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Powertrain Verification Test

3. THROTTLE POSITION WITHIN 2 DEGREES OF DESIRED THROTTLE POSITION
Start the engine.
Allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature.
With a scan tool, monitor the Actual Throttle Position and Desired Throttle Position. Compare the Actual Throttle Position and the Set Point Throttle Position.

Q: Is the Actual Throttle Position within 2 degrees of the Desired Throttle Position?

YES: Go To 4
NO: Replace the Throttle Body Assembly. Disconnect the Battery when replacing the Throttle Body Assembly. After installation is complete, use a scan tool and select the ETC RELEARN function. Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Powertrain Verification Test

4. ETC OPERATION
Ignition on, engine not running.
With a scan tool, actuate the Electronic Throttle Control Motor.

NOTE: It may be necessary to use a mirror to see the throttle blade.

Observe the throttle blade.

NOTE: Make sure the motion of the throttle blade is smooth and that it opens and closes.

Q: Did the ETC motor operate properly?

YES: Refer to the INTERMITTENT CONDITION Diagnostic Procedure. Component Tests and General Diagnostics
Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Powertrain Verification Test
NO: Replace the Throttle Body Assembly. Disconnect the Battery when replacing the Throttle Body Assembly. After installation is complete, use a scan tool and select the ETC RELEARN function. Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Powertrain Verification Test