steering INFINITI QX56 2011 Factory Service Manual

HEAVY TIGHT-CORNER BRAKING SYMPTOM OCCURS
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SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
HEAVY TIGHT-CORNER BRAKING SYMPTOM OCCURS
DescriptionINFOID:0000000006222312
Heavy tight-corner braking symptom o ccurs when the vehicle is driven and the steering wheel is turned fully to
either side after the engine is started.
NOTE:
Light tight-corner braking symptom may occur dependi ng on driving conditions. This is not malfunction.
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000006222313
1.PERFORM ECM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
With CONSULT-III
Perform self-diagnosis for “ECM”.
Is any DTC detected?
YES >> Check the DTC. Refer to EC-98, "DTC Index".
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
With CONSULT-III
Perform self-diagnosis for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
Is any DTC detected?
YES >> Check the DTC. Refer to DLN-29, "DTC Index".
NO >> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK TRANSFER INTERNAL FUNCTION
With CONSULT-III
1. Remove transfer control actuator. Refer to DLN-114, "
Removal and Installation".
2. Turn the actuator shaft. Refer to DLN-114, "
Inspection".
3. Check “ROTARY POSI SEN” of CONSULT-II I “DATA MONITOR” for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> INSPECTION END
NO >> Transfer assembly is mechanical malfunction. Replace transfer assembly. Refer to DLN-121,
"Removal and Installation".
Monitor item Condition Status
ROTARY POSI SEN Turn the actuator shaft. Value is changing
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DLN-126
< SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS >[FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT: 2F P15]
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000006222354
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessa ry, repair or replace these parts.
×: ApplicableReference
DLN-127, "
Inspection
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DLN-127, "
Inspection
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DLN-127, "
Inspection
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NVH of FRONT FINAL DRI VE in this section.
NVH of REAR FINAL DRI VE in this section.
NVH in FAX, RAX, FSU and RSU section.
NVH in WT section.
NVH in WT section.
NVH in FAX and RAX section.
NVH in BR section.
NVH in ST section.
Possible cause an d SUSPECTED PARTS
Uneven rotating torque
Center bearing improper installation
Excessive center bearing axial end play
Center bearing mounting (insulator) cracks, damage or deterioration
Excessive joint angle
Rotation imbalance
Excessive runout
DIFFERENTIAL
AXLE AND SUSPENSION
TIRE
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKE
STEERING
Symptom Noise
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Shake × × ××××××
Vibration ××××××× ×× × ×
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DLN-134
< SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS >[REAR PROPELLER SHAFT: 2F P26]
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000006222363
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessa ry, repair or replace these parts.
×: ApplicableReference
DLN-142, "
Inspection
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DLN-142, "
Inspection
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DLN-142, "
Inspection
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NVH of FRONT FINAL DRI VE in this section.
NVH of REAR FINAL DRI VE in this section.
NVH in FAX, RAX, FSU and RSU section.
NVH in WT section.
NVH in WT section.
NVH in FAX and RAX section.
NVH in BR section.
NVH in ST section.
Possible cause an d SUSPECTED PARTS
Uneven rotating torque
Center bearing improper installation
Excessive center bearing axial end play
Center bearing mounting (insulator) cracks, damage or deterioration
Excessive joint angle
Rotation imbalance
Excessive runout
DIFFERENTIAL
AXLE AND SUSPENSION
TIRE
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKE
STEERING
Symptom Noise
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Shake × × ××××××
Vibration ××××××× ×× × ×
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NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGDLN-141
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NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (N VH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000006222436
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of t he symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: Applicable
Reference
DLN-142, "
Inspection
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DLN-142, "
Inspection
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DLN-142, "
Inspection
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NVH of FRONT FINAL DRI VE in this section.
NVH of REAR FINAL DRI VE in this section.
NVH in RAX and RSU section.
NVH in WT section.
NVH in WT section.
NVH in RAX section.
NVH in BR section.
NVH in ST section.
Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Uneven rotating torque
Center bearing improper installation
Excessive center bearing axial end play
Center bearing mounting (insulator) cracks, damage or deterioration
Excessive joint angle
Rotation imbalance
Excessive runout
DIFFERENTIAL
AXLE AND SUSPENSION
TIRE
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKE
STEERING
Symptom Noise
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Shake × × ××××××
Vibration ××××××× ×× × ×
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< PRECAUTION >[FRONT FINAL DRIVE: R180A]
PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution Necessary for Steering W
heel Rotation after Battery Disconnect
INFOID:0000000006222372
NOTE:
 Before removing and installing any control units, first tu rn the push-button ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
tion, then disconnect bot h battery cables.
 After finishing work, confirm that all control unit connectors are connected properly, then re-connect both
battery cables.
 Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work.
If a DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnos is according to self-diagnosis results.
For vehicle with steering lock unit, if the battery is disconnected or discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
cannot be turned.
If turning the steering wheel is required with the bat tery disconnected or discharged, follow the operation pro-
cedure below before starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect both battery cables. NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Turn the push-button ignition switch to ACC position. (At this time, the steering lock will be released.)
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock wi ll remain released with both battery cables discon-
nected and the steering wheel can be turned.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.
5. When the repair work is completed, re-connect bot h battery cables. With the brake pedal released, turn
the push-button ignition switch from ACC position to ON position, then to LOCK position. (The steering
wheel will lock when the push-button igniti on switch is turned to LOCK position.)
6. Perform self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT-III.
Precaution for Servicing Front Final DriveINFOID:0000000006222373
 Before starting diagnosis of the vehicle, understand the symptoms well. Perform correct and systematic
operations.
 Check for the correct installation status prior to re moval or disassembly. When matching marks are required,
be certain they do not interfere with the f unction of the parts they are applied to.
 Overhaul should be done in a clean work area, a dust proof area is recommended.
 Before disassembly, completely remove sand and mud from the exterior of the unit, preventing them from
entering into the unit during disassembly or assembly.
 Always use shop paper for cleaning the inside of components.
 Avoid using cotton gloves or a shop cloth to prevent the entering of lint.
 Check appearance of the disassembled parts for dam age, deformation, and abnormal wear. Replace them
with new ones if necessary.
 Gaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced any time the unit is disassembled.
 Clean and flush the parts sufficiently and blow them dry.
 Be careful not to damage sliding surfaces and mating surfaces.
 When applying sealant, remove the old sealant from the mating surface; then remove any moisture, oil, and
foreign materials from the application and mating surfaces.
 In principle, tighten nuts or bolts gradually in severa l steps working diagonally from inside to outside. If a
tightening sequence is specified, observe it.
 During assembly, observe the specified tightening torque.
 Add new differential gear oil, petroleum jelly, or multi-purpose grease, as specified.
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DLN-154
< SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS >[FRONT FINAL DRIVE: R180A]
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000006222377
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessa ry, repair or replace these parts.
×: ApplicableReference
DLN-174, "
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DLN-171, "
Adjustment
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DLN-174, "
Inspection
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DLN-171, "
Adjustment
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DLN-171, "
Adjustment
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DLN-155, "
Inspection
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NVH of FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT in this section.
NVH of REAR PROPELLER SHAFT in this section.
NVH in FAX, RAX, FSU and RSU sections.
NVH in WT section.
NVH in WT section.
NVH in FAX and RAX section.
NVH in BR section.
NVH in ST section.
Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Gear tooth rough
Gear contact improper
Tooth surfaces worn
Backlash incorrect
Companion flange excessive runout
Gear oil improper
PROPELLER SHAFT
AXLE AND SUSPENSION
TIRE
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKE
STEERING
Symptom Noise
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< SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS >[REAR FINAL DRIVE: R230]
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000006222410
Use the chart below to find the cause of the symp tom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: ApplicableReference page
DLN-215, "
Inspection
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DLN-210, "
Adjustment
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DLN-215, "
Inspection
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DLN-210, "
Adjustment
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DLN-210, "
Adjustment
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DLN-193, "
Inspection
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NVH of FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT in this section.
NVH of REAR PROPELLER SHAFT in this section.
NVH in FAX, RAX, and RSU sections.
NVH in WT section.
NVH in WT section.
NVH in RAX section.
NVH in BR section.
NVH in ST section.
Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Gear tooth rough
Gear contact improper
Tooth surfaces worn
Backlash incorrect
Companion flange excessive runout
Gear oil improper
PROPELLER SHAFT
AXLE AND SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKES
STEERING
Symptom Noise
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EC-1
ENGINE
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CONTENTS
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM
VK56VD
PRECAUTION ................ ...............................
9
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....9
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
9
Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top Cover ......9
Precautions For Xenon Headlamp Service ...............9
On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System of Engine
and A/T ....................................................................
10
General Precautions ...............................................10
PREPARATION ...........................................14
PREPARATION .............................................. ....14
Special Service Tools .......................................... ....14
Commercial Service Tools ......................................14
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION .............................16
COMPONENT PARTS ................................... ....16
Component Parts Location .................................. ....16
Component Description ...........................................19
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor ..........................21
Air Fuel Ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 ..................................21
ASCD Brake Switch & Stop Lamp Switch ...............21
ASCD Steering Switch ............................................21
ASCD Indicators ......................................................21
Battery Current Sensor (With Battery Tempera-
ture Sensor) ............................................................
22
Camshaft Position Sensor .......................................22
Crankshaft Position Sensor .....................................23
ECM ........................................................................23
Electric Throttle Control Actuator ............................23
Electrically-controlled cooling fan coupling .............24
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor ......................25
Engine Oil Temperature Sensor ..............................25
EVAP Control System Pressure Sensor .................26
EVAP Canister Vent Control Valve .........................26
EVAP Canister Purge Volume Control Solenoid
Valve .................................................................... ....
26
Fuel Injector .............................................................26
Fuel Level Sensor ....................................................26
Fuel Pump Control Module ......................................27
Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor .......................................27
Fuel Tank Temperature Sensor ...............................27
Heated Oxygen Sensor 2 ........................................27
High Pressure Fuel Pump .......................................28
ICC Brake Switch & Stop Lamp Switch ...................29
ICC Steering Switch ................................................29
Ignition Coil With Power Transistor .........................29
Intake Valve Timing Control Solenoid Valve ...........29
Knock Sensor ...................................................... ....30
Low Fuel Pressure Sensor ......................................30
Low Pressure Fuel Pump ........................................30
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ............................30
Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor ........................31
Mass Air Flow Sensor (With Intake Air Tempera-
ture Sensor) .............................................................
31
Power Steering Pressure (PSP) Sensor ..................31
Refrigerant Pressure Sensor ............................... ....32
VVEL Actuator Motor ...............................................32
VVEL Actuator Motor Relay .....................................32
VVEL Control Module ..............................................32
VVEL Control Shaft Position Sensor .......................32
STRUCTURE AND OPERATION .....................33
Positive Crankcase Ventilation ................................33
On Board Refueling Vapor Recovery (ORVR) ........34
SYSTEM ............................................................35
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM ........................ ...........35
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM : System Diagram ....35
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM : System Descrip-
tion ...........................................................................
35
DIRECT INJECTION GASOLINE SYSTEM .......... ....36
DIRECT INJECTION GASOLINE SYSTEM :
System Diagram .....................................................
36
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EC-6
DTC Logic ..............................................................364
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................365
P0527 COOLING FAN SPEED SENSOR .......367
DTC Logic ............................................................ ..367
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................367
Component Inspection (Cooling Fan Speed Sen-
sor) ........................................................................
369
P0550 PSP SENSOR .......................................371
DTC Logic ............................................................ ..371
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................371
Component Inspection (Power Steering Pressure
Sensor) ..................................................................
373
P0603 ECM POWER SUPPLY ........................374
DTC Logic ............................................................ ..374
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................374
P0605 ECM ......................................................376
DTC Logic ............................................................ ..376
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................376
P0607 ECM ......................................................378
DTC Logic ............................................................ ..378
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................378
P0611 ECM PROTECTION .............................379
Description ........................................................... ..379
DTC Logic ..............................................................379
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................379
P062B ECM .....................................................380
Description ........................................................... ..380
DTC Logic ..............................................................380
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................380
P0643 SENSOR POWER SUPPLY .................381
DTC Logic ............................................................ ..381
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................381
P0850 PNP SWITCH .......................................383
Description ........................................................... ..383
DTC Logic ..............................................................383
Component Function Check ..................................384
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................384
P1087, P1088 VVEL SYSTEM ........................386
DTC Logic ............................................................ ..386
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................386
P1089, P1092 VVEL CONTROL SHAFT PO-
SITION SENSOR .............................................
387
DTC Logic ............................................................ ..387
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................387
P1090, P1093 VVEL ACTUATOR MOTOR .....390
DTC Logic ............................................................ ..390
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................390
Component Inspection (VVEL ACTUATOR MO-
TOR ASSEMBLY) .................................................
392
Component Inspection (VVEL ACTUATOR
HOUSING ASSEMBLY) ......... ...............................
392
P1091 VVEL ACTUATOR MOTOR RELAY ... ..393
DTC Logic ............................................................ .393
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................393
Component Inspection (VVEL Actuator Motor Re-
lay) ....................................................................... .
395
P1148, P1168 CLOSED LOOP CONTROL .....396
DTC Logic ............................................................ .396
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................396
P1197 OUT OF GAS ........................................397
Description ........................................................... .397
DTC Logic .............................................................397
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................398
P1212 TCS COMMUNICATION LINE ..............399
Description ........................................................... .399
DTC Logic .............................................................399
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................399
P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE .........400
DTC Logic ............................................................ .400
Component Function Check .................................400
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................401
P1220 FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE
(FPCM) ..............................................................
403
DTC Logic ............................................................ .403
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................403
Component Inspection (FPCM) ............................405
P1225 TP SENSOR ..........................................406
DTC Logic ............................................................ .406
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................406
P1226 TP SENSOR ..........................................407
DTC Logic ............................................................ .407
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................407
P1421 COLD START CONTROL .....................408
Description ........................................................... .408
DTC Logic .............................................................408
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................408
P1423, P1424 COLD START CONTROL ........410
Description ........................................................... .410
DTC Logic .............................................................410
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................410
P1550 BATTERY CURRENT SENSOR ...........412
DTC Logic ............................................................ .412
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................412
Component Inspection (Battery Current Sensor) ..414
P1551, P1552 BATTERY CURRENT SEN-
SOR ..................................................................
416
DTC Logic ............................................................ .416
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................416
Component Inspection (Battery Current Sensor) ..419
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P1553 BATTERY CURRENT SENSOR ......... ..420
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..420
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................420
Component Inspection (Battery Current Sensor) ..423
P1554 BATTERY CURRENT SENSOR ...........424
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..424
Component Function Check ..................................424
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................425
Component Inspection (Battery Current Sensor) ..427
P1556, P1557 BATTERY TEMPERATURE
SENSOR ...........................................................
428
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..428
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................428
Component Inspection (Battery Temprature Sen-
sor) ........................................................................
430
P1564 ASCD STEERING SWITCH ..................431
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..431
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................431
Component Inspection (ASCD Steering Switch) ...433
P1564 ICC STEERING SWITCH ......................434
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..434
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................434
Component Inspection (ICC Steering Switch) .......436
P1568 ICC FUNCTION .....................................437
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..437
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................437
P1572 ASCD BRAKE SWITCH .......................438
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..438
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................439
Component Inspection (ASCD Brake Switch) .......442
Component Inspection (Stop Lamp Switch) ..........442
P1572 ICC BRAKE SWITCH ...........................443
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..443
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................444
Component Inspection (ICC Brake Switch) ...........445
Component Inspection (Stop Lamp Switch) ..........446
P1574 ASCD VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR ......447
Description .......................................................... ..447
DTC Logic .............................................................447
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................447
P1574 ICC VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR ..........449
Description .......................................................... ..449
DTC Logic .............................................................449
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................449
P1606 VVEL CONTROL MODULE ..................451
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..451
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................451
P1607 VVEL CONTROL MODULE ..................452
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..452
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................452
P1608 VVEL SENSOR POWER SUPPLY ......453
DTC Logic ............................................................ ..453
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................453
P1805 BRAKE SWITCH .................................455
DTC Logic ..............................................................455
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................455
Component Inspection (Stop Lamp Switch) ..........456
P2100, P2103 THROTTLE CONTROL MO-
TOR RELAY ....................................................
458
DTC Logic ..............................................................458
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................458
P2101 ELECTRIC THROTTLE CONTROL
FUNCTION ......................................................
460
Description ........................................................... ..460
DTC Logic ..............................................................460
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................460
Component Inspection ...........................................462
Special Repair Requirement ..................................463
P2118 THROTTLE CONTROL MOTOR .........464
DTC Logic ..............................................................464
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................464
Component Inspection (Electric Throttle Control
Motor) ....................................................................
465
P2119 ELECTRIC THROTTLE CONTROL
ACTUATOR .....................................................
466
DTC Logic ..............................................................466
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................466
P2122, P2123 APP SENSOR .........................468
DTC Logic ..............................................................468
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................468
Component Inspection (Accelerator Pedal Posi-
tion Sensor) ...........................................................
470
P2127, P2128 APP SENSOR .........................471
DTC Logic ..............................................................471
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................471
Component Inspection (Accelerator Pedal Posi-
tion Sensor) ...........................................................
474
P2135 TP SENSOR .........................................475
DTC Logic ..............................................................475
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................475
Component Inspection (Throttle Position Sensor) ..476
P2138 APP SENSOR ......................................478
DTC Logic ..............................................................478
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................478
Component Inspection (Accelerator Pedal Posi-
tion Sensor) ...........................................................
481
P2539, P2541, P2542 LOW FUEL PRES-
SURE SENSOR ...............................................
483
DTC Logic ..............................................................483
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................483
Component Inspection ...........................................485
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