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Engine Controls - Self-Diagnostics: Diagnosis Honda Passport II

Testing & Diagnostics ~5422 words

DIAGNOSTIC TESTS

Note. If Powertrain Control Module (PCM) requires replacement, PCM must be reprogrammed using a Tech 1 or other OBD-II compatible scan tool. Some models may require additional equipment to program EEPROM.

Note. To identify terminals referenced in testing, see PIN VOLTAGE CHARTS article. To identify circuits and wire colors referenced in testing, see WIRING DIAGRAMS article.

Diagnostic Aids

An intermittent problem can be caused by misrouted harness, rubbed-through wire insulation or broken wire inside insulation. Also, check for vacuum or PCV system leaks, incorrect PCV valve, engine oil dipstick not fully seated or engine oil filler cap loose or missing.

  1. Perform On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check. See BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES article. Go to next step.
  2. Turn ignition off. Disconnect MAF sensor harness connector. Connect test light between MAF sensor connector 12-volt signal circuit terminals "C" (Black/Yellow wire) and "B" (Black/Blue wire). Turn ignition on, with engine off. If test light comes on, go to step 6 . If test light does not come on, go to next step.
  3. Turn ignition on, engine off. Using DVOM, check 12-volt signal circuit at MAF sensor connector terminal "C" (Black/Yellow wire) for correct voltage. If about 11.5-12.5 volts are present, go to step 5 . If about 11.5-12.5 volts are not present, go to next step.
  4. Turn ignition off. Check 12-volt signal circuit for an open circuit or short circuit to ground. Repair circuit as necessary.
  5. Check MAF sensor ground circuit for an open circuit or short circuit to voltage. Repair circuit as necessary.
  6. Turn ignition off. Check MAF sensor signal circuit between PCM and MAF sensor for an open circuit, short circuit to ground, or short circuit to voltage. Repair circuit as necessary. If circuit is okay, go to next step.
  7. Reconnect MAF sensor connector. Connect scan tool. Place transmission in Park or Neutral and apply parking brake. Start and idle engine. Select MAF parameter on scan tool. If scan tool displays 4-7 g/s, go to next step. If scan tool does not display 4-7 g/s, go to step 9 .
  8. Observe scan tool while increasing engine RPM to its upper limit. If scan tool displays 25-40 g/s, go to step 10 . If scan tool does not display 25-40 g/s, go to next step.
  9. Replace MAF sensor. Verify system operation.
  10. Replace PCM. Verify system operation.

An intermittent problem can be caused by misrouted harness, rubbed-through wire insulation or broken wire inside insulation. Also, a plugged or restricted air intake can cause intermittent failure.

  1. Perform On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check. See BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES article. Go to next step.
  2. Start engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature. With engine at idle, monitor MAF FREQUENCY parameter on scan tool. If display is less than 1000 Hz, go to next step. If display is 1000 Hz or more, go to step 5 .
  3. With ignition on, engine off, review and record FAILURE RECORDS data on scan tool. Operate vehicle within FAILURE RECORDS conditions. If DTC P0102 is set, go to next step. If DTC P0102 is not set, see «DIAGNOSTIC AIDS»(ref-89316-S18886330042001022800000) .
  4. Turn ignition off. Disconnect MAF sensor harness connector. Turn ignition on. Measure voltage between ground and MAF sensor signal circuit (Blue wire on VehiCROSS, or Yellow wire on all others) at connector. If reading is 5 volts, go to next step. If reading is not 5 volts, go to step 8 .
  5. Connect test light between sensor ground circuit (Black/Blue wire) and voltage supply circuit (Black/Yellow wire) at MAF sensor harness connector. If test light comes on, go to step 13 . If test light does not come on, go to next step.
  6. Connect test light between ground and voltage supply circuit (Black/Yellow wire) at MAF sensor connector. If test light comes on, go to step 12 . If test light does not come on, go to next step.
  7. Check for poor connection at MAF sensor. Repair as necessary. Retest system. If connections are okay, go to step 13 .
  8. Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM harness connector related to MAF sensor circuit. Turn ignition on. Measure voltage between ground and MAF signal terminal at PCM (Blue wire on VehiCROSS, or Yellow wire on all others). If less than 4 volts are present, go to next step. If greater than 4 volts are present, go to step 11 .
  9. Turn ignition off. Disconnect White PCM harness connector. Disconnect MAF sensor connector. Turn ignition on. Using a voltmeter, check MAF sensor signal circuit (Blue wire on VehiCROSS, or Yellow wire on all others) for short to voltage supply circuit (Black/Yellow wire). Repair as necessary. Retest system.
  10. Turn ignition off. Disconnect White PCM harness connector. Check sensor signal circuit (Blue wire on VehiCROSS, or Yellow wire on all others) between MAF sensor harness connector and PCM for an open, short to ground or short to sensor ground circuit. Repair as necessary. Retest system. If circuit is okay, go to step 13 .
  11. Locate and repair open in sensor ground circuit (Black/Blue wire) between MAF sensor harness connector and PCM. Retest system.
  12. Locate and repair open in voltage supply circuit (Black/Yellow wire) between MAF sensor harness connector and PCM. Retest system.
  13. Replace MAF sensor. Retest system. If DTC P0102 resets, replace PCM. Retest system.

An intermittent problem can be caused by misrouted harness, rubbed-through wire insulation or broken wire inside insulation. Also, check scan tool FAILURE RECORDS to determine mileage since last DTC was set.

  1. Perform On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check. See BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES article. Go to next step.
  2. Turn ignition on. Review and record FAILURE RECORDS data on scan tool. Operate vehicle within FAILURE RECORDS conditions. If DTC P0103 is set, go to next step. If DTC P0103 is not set, check for an intermittent problem. See «DIAGNOSTIC AIDS»(ref-89316-S15816638292001022800000) .
  3. Start engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature. With engine at idle, monitor MAF FREQUENCY parameter on scan tool. If display is greater than 9500 Hz, go to next step. If display is 9500 Hz or less, go to step 7 .
  4. Turn ignition off. Disconnect MAF sensor harness connector. Start engine and let idle. Using scan tool, monitor MAF FREQUENCY parameter. If display is zero Hz, go to next step. If display is not zero Hz, go to step 6 .
  5. Replace MAF sensor. Retest system. If DTC P0103 resets, replace PCM. If DTC P0103 does not reset, repair is complete.
  6. Check MAF sensor harness for incorrect routing near high voltage components (solenoids, relays or motors). Repair as necessary. If MAF sensor harness is okay, replace PCM. Retest system.
  7. With engine at idle, monitor MAF FREQUENCY parameter on scan tool. Snap throttle wide open and release while observing scan tool display. If display reading was greater than 40 g/s, go to step 5 . If display reading was not as specified, replace PCM. Retest system.

An intermittent problem can be caused by misrouted harness, rubbed-through wire insulation or broken wire inside insulation. Also, check scan tool FAILURE RECORDS to determine mileage since last DTC was set.

  1. Perform On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check. See BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES article. Go to next step.
  2. Turn ignition on. Review and record FAILURE RECORDS data on scan tool. Operate vehicle within FAILURE RECORDS conditions. If DTC P0106 is set, go to step 4 . If DTC P0106 is not set, go to next step.
  3. Check for the following conditions: MAP sensor seal missing or damaged. Vacuum hoses disconnected, damaged or misrouted. Intake manifold leaks. Vacuum leaks at throttle body or EGR valve and/or piping. PCV valve improperly installed, damaged or missing. Repair as necessary. Retest system. If no problems are found, check for an intermittent problem. See «DIAGNOSTIC AIDS»(ref-89316-S06384219592001022800000) .
  4. Turn ignition off. Disconnect MAP sensor harness connector. Turn ignition on. Observe MAP sensor parameter on scan tool. If display is about 11 kPa, go to next step. If display is not as specified, go to step 12 .
  5. Connect a test light between battery positive terminal and sensor signal circuit (Blue wire on VehiCROSS, or Gray wire on 3.2L, or Red wire on all others) at MAP sensor harness connector. If display on scan tool is about 105 kPa, go to next step. If display is not as specified, go to step 9 .
  6. Using a fused jumper wire, connect voltage reference circuit (Black/Yellow wire on VehiCROSS, or Green/White wire on all others) and signal circuit (Blue wire on VehiCROSS, Gray wire on 3.2L, or Red wire on all others) together at MAP sensor harness connector. If display on scan tool is about 104 kPa, go to next step. If display is not as specified, go to step 8 .
  7. Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM harness connectors. Check MAP sensor ground circuit (Black/Blue wire on VehiCROSS, or Green wire on all others) for high resistance, open or poor connection. Repair as necessary. Retest system. If wire is okay, go to step 11 .
  8. Turn ignition off. Check MAP sensor voltage reference circuit (Black/Yellow wire on VehiCROSS, or Green/White wire on all others) for high resistance, open or poor connection. Repair as necessary. Retest system. If wire is okay, go to step 10 .
  9. Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM harness connectors. Check MAP sensor signal circuit (Blue wire on VehiCROSS, Gray wire on 3.2L, or Red wire on all others) for high resistance, open or poor connection. Repair as necessary. Retest system. If wire is okay, go to next step.
  10. Check MAP sensor signal circuit (Blue wire on VehiCROSS, Gray wire on 3.2L, or Red wire on all others) for poor connection at PCM. Repair as necessary. If wire is okay, replace PCM. Retest system.
  11. Check for poor connection at MAP sensor. Repair as necessary. If connection is okay, replace MAP sensor. Retest system.
  12. Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM harness connectors. Turn ignition on. Using a voltmeter, check MAP sensor signal circuit (Blue wire on VehiCROSS, Gray wire on 3.2L, or Red wire on all others) for a short to battery voltage or voltage reference circuit. Repair as necessary. If wire is okay, replace PCM. Retest system.

An intermittent problem can be caused by misrouted harness, rubbed-through wire insulation or broken wire inside insulation.

If other DTC(s) are set that share same ground and/or 5-volt reference circuit, check for faulty connections or wiring. PCM 5-volt reference circuits are internally connected within PCM. If all MAP sensor circuits are okay, check related 5-volt reference circuits. If it is determined that DTC is intermittent, check scan tool FAILURE RECORDS to determine mileage since last DTC was set.

  1. Perform On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check. See BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES article. Go to next step.
  2. Turn ignition on. With throttle fully closed, observe MAP sensor parameter on scan tool. If display is 11 kPa at sea level, go to step 4 . If display is not as specified, go to next step.
  3. Turn ignition on. Review and record FAILURE RECORDS data on scan tool. Operate vehicle within FAILURE RECORDS conditions. If DTC P0107 is set, go to next step. If DTC P0107 is not set, check for an intermittent problem. See «DIAGNOSTIC AIDS»(ref-89316-S28523062752001022800000) .
  4. Turn ignition off. Disconnect MAP sensor harness connector. Using a fused jumper wire, connect sensor voltage reference circuit (Green/White wire) and sensor signal circuit (Gray wire on 3.2L, or Red wire on 3.5L) together at MAP sensor harness connector. Turn ignition on. Observe MAP sensor parameter on scan tool. If display is about 5 volts and 104 kPa, replace MAP sensor. Retest system. If display is not as specified, go to next step.
  5. Remove jumper wire. Connect a test light between battery positive terminal and sensor signal circuit (Gray wire on 3.2L, or Red wire on 3.5L) at MAP sensor harness connector. If display on scan tool is about 5 volts and 104 kPa, go to next step. If display is not as specified, go to step 8 .
  6. Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM harness connectors. Check voltage reference circuit (Green/White wire) for an open or short to ground. Repair as necessary. Retest system. If wire is okay, go to next step.
  7. Check voltage reference circuit (Green/White wire on 3.2L, or Red/Yellow wire on 3.5L) for poor connection at PCM. Repair as necessary. If connection is okay, replace PCM. Retest system.
  8. Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM harness connectors. Check MAP sensor signal circuit (Gray wire on 3.2L, or Red wire on 3.5L) for an open, short to ground or short to sensor ground circuit (Green wire). Repair as necessary. Retest system. If wire is okay, go to next step.
  9. Check MAP sensor signal circuit (Gray wire on 3.2L, or Red wire on 3.5L) for a poor connection at PCM or MAP sensor. Repair as necessary. If wire is okay, replace PCM. Retest system.

An intermittent problem can be caused by misrouted harness, rubbed-through wire insulation or broken wire inside insulation. If it is determined that DTC is intermittent, performing DTC P1108 diagnostics may isolate cause of fault.

  1. Perform On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check. See BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES article. Go to next step. NOTE: If idle is rough or unstable, repair idle problem first. See TROUBLE SHOOTING - NO CODES article.
  2. Start engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature. With engine at idle, note MAP sensor value on scan tool. If display is greater than 90 kPa, go to step 4 . If display is 90 kPa or less, go to next step.
  3. Turn ignition on. Review and record FAILURE RECORDS data on scan tool. Operate vehicle within FAILURE RECORDS conditions. If DTC P0108 is set, go to next step. If DTC P0108 is not set, check for an intermittent problem. See «DIAGNOSTIC AIDS»(ref-89316-S00251200262001022800000) .
  4. Turn ignition off. Disconnect MAP sensor harness connector. Turn ignition on. Note MAP sensor voltage on scan tool. If display is zero volts and 11 kPa, go to next step. If display is not zero volts and 11 kPa, go to step 6 .
  5. Connect test light between voltage and MAP sensor ground circuit (Green wire). If test light comes on, go to step 7 . If test light does not come on, go to step 9 .
  6. Using a voltmeter, check MAP sensor signal circuit (Gray wire on 3.2L, or Red wire on 3.5L) for a short to battery voltage or voltage reference circuit. Repair as necessary. If wire is okay, replace PCM. Retest system.
  7. Check for poor ground circuit connection at MAP sensor harness connector (Green wire). Repair as necessary. Retest system. If connection is okay, go to next step.
  8. Check for restricted or leaking vacuum hose to MAP sensor. Repair as necessary. If vacuum supply is okay, replace MAP sensor. Retest system.
  9. Check for poor MAP sensor ground circuit connection at PCM (Green wire on 3.2L, or Gray wire on 3.5L). Repair as necessary. Retest system. If connection is okay, go to next step.
  10. Turn ignition off. Measure resistance between MAP sensor ground circuit (Green wire on VehiCROSS and 3.2L, or Gray wire on all others) and chassis ground. If resistance is greater than 5 ohms, repair open or poor connection. If MAP sensor ground is okay, replace PCM. Retest system.

An intermittent problem can be caused by misrouted harness, rubbed-through wire insulation or broken wire inside insulation. If it is determined that DTC is intermittent, check scan tool FAILURE RECORDS to determine mileage since last DTC was set.

  1. Perform On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check. See BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES article. Go to next step.
  2. Turn ignition on. Using scan tool, monitor IAT sensor parameter. If display is greater than 283°F (148°C), go to step 4 . If display is not as specified, go to next step.
  3. Turn ignition on. Review and record FAILURE RECORDS data on scan tool. Operate vehicle within FAILURE RECORDS conditions. If DTC P0112 is set, check resistance of IAT sensor at specified temperatures. See «INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE (IAT) SENSOR RESISTANCE»(ref-89316-S11563581142001022800000) table. Replace IAT sensor if it does not test as specified. If DTC P0112 is not set, check for an intermittent problem. See «DIAGNOSTIC AIDS»(ref-89316-S40331757542001022800000) . INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE (IAT) SENSOR RESISTANCE Temperature °F (°C) Ohms -40 (-40) 100,700 -22 (-30) 52,700 5 (-15) 21,450 23 (-5) 12,300 41 (5) 7280 59 (15) 4450 77 (25) 2796 95 (35) 1802 113 (45) 1188 140 (60) 667 176 (80) 332 212 (100) 177
  4. Turn ignition off. Disconnect IAT sensor harness connector. Turn ignition on. Observe IAT parameter on scan tool. If display is less than -36°F, replace IAT sensor. Retest system. If display is not as specified, go to next step.
  5. Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM harness connectors. Check IAT sensor signal circuit (Yellow/Green wire) for short to ground. Repair as necessary. If wire is okay, replace PCM. Retest system.

An intermittent problem can be caused by misrouted harness, rubbed-through wire insulation or broken wire inside insulation.

If other DTC(s) are set that share same ground and/or 5-volt reference circuit, check for faulty connections or wiring. PCM 5-volt reference circuits are internally connected within PCM.

If it is determined that DTC is intermittent, check scan tool FAILURE RECORDS to determine mileage since last DTC was set.

  1. Perform On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check. See BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES article. Go to next step.
  2. Turn ignition on. Using scan tool, monitor IAT sensor parameter. If display is less than -36°F (-38°C), go to step 4 . If display is not as specified, go to next step.
  3. Turn ignition on. Review and record FAILURE RECORDS data on scan tool. Operate vehicle within FAILURE RECORDS conditions. If DTC P0113 is set, check resistance of IAT sensor at specified temperatures. See «INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE (IAT) SENSOR RESISTANCE»(ref-89316-S11563581142001022800000) table in DTC P0112 test. Replace IAT sensor as necessary. If DTC P0113 is not set, check for an intermittent problem. See «DIAGNOSTIC AIDS»(ref-89316-S38877330672001022800000) .
  4. Turn ignition off. Disconnect IAT sensor harness connector. Connect fused jumper wire between IAT sensor harness connector terminals. Turn ignition on. Observe IAT sensor parameter on scan tool. If display is 284°F (140°C), go to step 6 . If display is not as specified, go to next step.
  5. Connect jumper wire between IAT sensor signal circuit (Yellow/Green wire) and ground. If display on scan tool is 284°F (140°C), go to step 7 . If display is not 284°F (140°C), go to step 8 .
  6. Check for poor connections at IAT sensor harness connector. Repair as necessary. If connections are okay, replace IAT sensor. Retest system.
  7. Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM harness connectors. Check IAT sensor ground circuit (Green wire) for an open. Repair as necessary. Retest system. If wire is okay, go to step 9 .
  8. Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM harness connector. Check IAT sensor signal circuit (Yellow/Green wire) for an open. Repair as necessary. Retest system. If wire is okay, go to next step.
  9. Check for a poor IAT sensor ground circuit (Green wire) or signal circuit (Yellow/Green wire) connection at PCM. Repair as necessary. If wires are okay, replace PCM. Retest system.

An intermittent problem can be caused by misrouted harness, rubbed-through wire insulation or broken wire inside insulation.

If DTC cannot be duplicated, check scan tool FAILURE RECORDS to determine mileage since last DTC was set. If it is determined that DTC is intermittent, performing DTC P1114 diagnostics may isolate cause of fault.

  1. Perform On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check. See BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES article. Go to next step.
  2. Turn ignition on. Using scan tool, select ENG COOL TEMP. If display is less than 282°F (139°C), go to step 4 . If display is not as specified, go to next step.
  3. Turn ignition on. Review and record FAILURE RECORDS data on scan tool. Operate vehicle within FAILURE RECORDS conditions. If DTC P0117 is set, check resistance of ECT sensor at specified temperatures. See «ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR RESISTANCE»(ref-89316-S32901944692001022800000) table. Replace ECT sensor as necessary. If DTC P0117 is not set, check for an intermittent problem. See TROUBLE SHOOTING - NO CODES article. ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR RESISTANCE Temperature °F (°C) Ohms -40 (-40) 100,700 -22 (-30) 52,700 5 (-15) 21,450 23 (-5) 12,300 41 (5) 7280 59 (15) 4450 77 (25) 2796 95 (35) 1802 113 (45) 1188 140 (60) 667 176 (80) 332 212 (100) 177
  4. Turn ignition off. Disconnect ECT sensor harness connector. Turn ignition on. Observe ENG COOL TEMP on scan tool. If display is -38°F (-38°C), replace ECT sensor. Retest system. If display is not as specified, go to next step.
  5. Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM harness connectors. Check ECT sensor signal circuit (Blue/Red wire) for short to sensor ground circuit. Repair as necessary. If wire is okay, replace PCM. Retest system.

An intermittent problem can be caused by misrouted harness, rubbed-through wire insulation or broken wire inside insulation.

If DTC cannot be duplicated, check scan tool FAILURE RECORDS to determine mileage since last DTC was set. If it is determined that DTC is intermittent, performing DTC P1115 diagnostics may isolate cause of fault.

  1. Perform On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check. See BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES article. Go to next step.
  2. Turn ignition on. Using scan tool, select ENG COOL TEMP. If display is less than -38°F (-39°C), go to step 4 . If display is not as specified, go to next step.
  3. Turn ignition on. Review and record FAILURE RECORDS data on scan tool. Operate vehicle within FAILURE RECORDS conditions. If DTC P0118 is set, check resistance of ECT sensor at specified temperatures. See «ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR RESISTANCE»(ref-89316-S32901944692001022800000) table in DTC P0117. Replace ECT sensor if it does not test as specified. If DTC P0118 is not set, check for an intermittent problem. See «DIAGNOSTIC AIDS»(ref-89316-S42041957432001022800000) . See TROUBLE SHOOTING - NO CODES article.
  4. Turn ignition off. Disconnect ECT sensor harness connector. Using a fused jumper wire, connect terminals of ECT sensor harness connector together. Turn ignition on. Observe ENG COOL TEMP value on scan tool. If display is 284°F (140°C), go to step 6 . If display is not as specified, go to next step.
  5. Jumper ECT sensor signal circuit (Blue/Red wire) to ground. If display on scan tool is 284°F (140°C), go to step 7 . If display is not as specified, go to step 8 .
  6. Check for poor connections at ECT sensor harness connector. Repair as necessary. If connections are okay, replace ECT sensor. Retest system.
  7. Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM harness connectors. Check ECT sensor ground circuit (Blue/Yellow wire on 3.2L, or Green wire on 3.5L) for an open. Repair as necessary. Retest system. If wire is okay, go to step 9 .
  8. Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM harness connector. Check ECT sensor signal circuit (Blue/Red wire) for an open. Repair as necessary. Retest system. If wire is okay, go to next step.
  9. Check for a poor ECT sensor ground circuit (Blue/Yellow wire on 3.2L, or Green wire on 3.5L) or signal circuit (Blue/Red wire) connection at PCM. Repair as necessary. If wires are okay, replace PCM. Retest system.

An intermittent problem can be caused by misrouted harness, rubbed-through wire insulation or broken wire inside insulation.

Low MAP reading can cause PCM to incorrectly calculate TP sensor value. If DTC cannot be duplicated, check scan tool FAILURE RECORDS to determine mileage since last DTC was set. If it is determined that DTC is intermittent, performing DTCs P1121 and DTC P1122 diagnostics may isolate cause of fault.

  1. Perform On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check. See BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES article. Go to next step.
  2. Turn ignition on. Observe MAP sensor parameter on scan tool. If display is less than 65 kPa, go to next step. If display is not as specified, go to step 5 .
  3. Turn ignition off. Disconnect MAP sensor harness connector. Connect a test light between MAP sensor voltage reference circuit (Green/White wire) and MAP sensor signal circuit (Red wire on VehiCROSS, Gray wire on 3.2L, or Green/White wire on all others) at harness connector. Turn ignition on. If display on scan tool is less than 65 kPa, replace MAP sensor. Retest system. If display is not as specified, go to next step.
  4. Turn ignition off. Check for an open, short to ground or short to MAP sensor ground circuit (Green wire). Repair as necessary. If wire is okay, replace PCM. Retest system.
  5. Observe TP sensor angle on scan tool while slowly opening throttle. If display shows a steady increase from zero percent to 100 percent, check for an intermittent problem. See «DIAGNOSTIC AIDS»(ref-89316-S12092263692001022800000) . If display is not as specified, go to next step.
  6. Turn ignition off. Disconnect TP sensor harness connector. Turn ignition on. Observe TP sensor parameter on scan tool. If display is zero volts, go to next step. If display is not as specified, go to step 8 .
  7. Turn ignition off. Connect a test light between voltage reference circuit (Red wire) and sensor signal circuit (Blue wire) at TP sensor harness connector. Turn ignition on. If display is 5 volts, replace TP sensor. Retest system. If display is not as specified, go to step 9 .
  8. Check for the following items: TP sensor signal circuit (Blue wire) shorted to power. High resistance in TP sensor ground (Green wire) circuit. Repair as necessary. If no problems are found, replace PCM. Retest system.
  9. Check for the following items: Poor connection in TP sensor signal circuit (Blue wire) or voltage reference circuit (Red wire). High resistance in TP sensor voltage reference circuit (Red wire).

Repair as necessary. If no problems are found, replace PCM. Retest system.

An intermittent problem can be caused by misrouted harness, rubbed-through wire insulation or broken wire inside insulation.

If other DTC(s) are set that share same ground and/or 5-volt reference circuit, check for faulty connections or wiring. The PCM 5-volt reference circuits are internally connected within PCM.

If DTC cannot be duplicated, check scan tool FAILURE RECORDS to determine mileage since last DTC was set. If it is determined that DTC is intermittent, performing DTC P1122 diagnostics may isolate cause of fault.

  1. Perform On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check. See BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES article. Go to next step.
  2. Turn ignition on. With throttle closed, observe TP sensor parameter on scan tool. If display is less than 0.22 volt, go to step 4 . If display is not as specified, go to next step.
  3. Turn ignition on. Review and record FAILURE RECORDS data on scan tool. Operate vehicle within FAILURE RECORDS conditions. If DTC P0122 is set, go to next step. If DTC P0122 is not set, check for an intermittent problem. See «DIAGNOSTIC AIDS»(ref-89316-S39390015642001022800000) .
  4. Turn ignition off. Disconnect TP sensor harness connector. Using a fused jumper wire, connect voltage reference circuit (Red wire) to sensor signal circuit (Blue wire) at harness connector. Turn ignition on. Observe display on scan tool. If display is 5 volts, go to step 10 . If display is not as specified, go to next step.
  5. Remove jumper wire. Connect a test light between battery positive terminal and sensor signal circuit (Blue wire) at TP sensor harness connector. If display on scan tool is 5 volts, go to next step. If display is not as specified, go to step 8 .
  6. Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM harness connector. Check for an open or short to ground in voltage reference circuit (Red wire). Repair as necessary. Retest system. If wire is okay, go to next step.
  7. Check voltage reference circuit (Red wire) for poor connection at PCM. Repair as necessary. If connection is okay, replace PCM. Retest system.
  8. Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM harness connector. Check TP sensor signal circuit (Blue wire) for an open, short to ground or short to sensor ground circuit (Green wire). Repair as necessary. Retest system. If wire is okay, go to next step.
  9. Check TP sensor signal circuit (Blue wire) for poor connection at PCM. Repair as necessary. If connection is okay, replace PCM. Retest system.
  10. Check TP sensor signal circuit (Blue wire) for poor connection at TP sensor. Repair as necessary. If connection is okay, replace TP sensor. Retest system.

An intermittent problem can be caused by misrouted harness, rubbed-through wire insulation or broken wire inside insulation.

If other DTC(s) are set that share same ground and/or 5-volt reference circuit, check for faulty connections or wiring. The PCM 5-volt reference circuits are internally connected within PCM.

If DTC cannot be duplicated, check scan tool FAILURE RECORDS to determine mileage since last DTC was set. If it is determined that DTC is intermittent, performing DTC P1121 diagnostics may isolate cause of fault.

  1. Perform On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check. See BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES article. Go to next step.
  2. Turn ignition on. With throttle closed, observe TP sensor parameter on scan tool. If display is greater than 4.88 volts, go to step 4 . If display is not as specified, go to next step.
  3. Turn ignition on. Review and record FAILURE RECORDS data on scan tool. Operate vehicle within FAILURE RECORDS conditions. If DTC P0123 is set, go to next step. If DTC P0123 is not set, check for an intermittent problem. See «DIAGNOSTIC AIDS»(ref-89316-S06988144212001022800000) .
  4. Turn ignition off. Disconnect TP sensor harness connector. Turn ignition on. Observe display on scan tool. If display is about zero volts, go to next step. If display is not as specified, go to step 6 .
  5. Using a test light connected to battery positive terminal, probe TP sensor ground circuit (Green wire) at harness connector. If test light comes on, go to step 7 . If test light does not come on, go to step 10 .
  6. Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM harness connector. Turn ignition on. Using a voltmeter, check TP sensor signal circuit (Blue wire) for a short to power. Repair as necessary. If wire is okay, replace PCM. Retest system.
  7. Turn ignition on. Observe TP sensor parameter on scan tool while disconnecting each sensor which shares same voltage reference circuit. See WIRING DIAGRAMS article. If display changes while disconnecting a sensor, replace that sensor. Repair as necessary. If display does not change, go to next step.
  8. Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM harness connectors. Turn ignition on. Using a voltmeter, check voltage reference circuit (Red wire) for short to battery voltage. Repair as necessary. Retest system. If wire is okay, go to next step.
  9. Check for poor connection at TP sensor. Repair as necessary. If connection is okay, replace TP sensor. Retest system.
  10. Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM harness connectors. Check for open in TP sensor ground circuit (Green wire). Repair as necessary. If wire is okay, replace PCM. Retest system.

An intermittent problem can be caused by misrouted harness, rubbed-through wire insulation or broken wire inside insulation. If DTC cannot be duplicated, check scan tool FAILURE RECORDS to determine mileage since last DTC was set.

  1. Perform On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check. See BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES article. Go to next step.
  2. If any Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) DTCs are set, see appropriate DTC test. If no DTCs are set, go to next step.
  3. Allow engine to cool. Ensure coolant level is full. If coolant level is okay, go to next step. If coolant level is low, check cooling system for leaks. Repair as necessary. Retest system.
  4. Start engine and let idle. Using scan tool select ENG COOL TEMP. If display increases to greater than 70°F (21°C) within 2 minutes, check for an intermittent problem. See «DIAGNOSTIC AIDS»(ref-89316-S09471391702001022800000) . If display is not as specified, go to next step.
  5. Check thermostat for proper operation. Replace thermostat if necessary. Retest system. If thermostat is okay, go to next step.
  6. Using a thermometer, check temperature of water in radiator. Compare reading with display on scan tool. If readings are fairly close, check for sticking thermostat or incorrect thermostat application. Repair as necessary. If display readings are not close, go to next step.
  7. Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM harness connectors. Measure resistance between ECT sensor signal circuit (Blue/Red wire) and ECT sensor ground circuit (Green wire) at PCM harness connector. Compare resistance reading with coolant temperature. See «ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR RESISTANCE»(ref-89316-S08115498742001022800000) table. If readings are as specified, replace PCM. Retest system. If readings are not as specified, go to next step. ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR RESISTANCE Temperature °F (°C) Ohms -40 (-40) 100,700 -22 (-30) 52,700 5 (-15) 21,450 23 (-5) 12,300 41 (5) 7280 59 (15) 4450 77 (25) 2796 95 (35) 1802 113 (45) 1188 140 (60) 667 176 (80) 332 212 (100) 177
  8. Check for high resistance in ECT sensor signal circuit (Blue/Red wire) or sensor ground circuit (Green wire). Check for poor connections at PCM and ECT sensor. Repair as necessary. If ECT sensor circuit is okay, replace ECT sensor. Retest system.

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