Throttle Body Test
NOTE:
- Do not adjust the throttle stop screw It is preset at the factory.
- If the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) has been reported on, check for diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). (see HOW TO RESET THE PCM ).
- With the engine off, check the throttle cable operation. The cable should move without binding or sticking.
- If the cable operated OK, go to step 2.
- If the cable binds or sticks, check it and its routing. If the cable is faulty, reroute it or replace it then adjust it. See Throttle Cable Adjustment . When the cable is properly adjusted, go to step 2.
- Operate the throttle lever by hand to see if the throttle valve and/or shaft are too loose or too tight.
- If there is excessive play in the throttle valve shaft, or any binding in the throttle valve at the fully closed position, replace the throttle body.
- If the throttle valve and shaft are OK, go to step 3.
- Connect a scan tool to the data link connector (DLC).
- Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
- Check the throttle position with the scan tool There should be about 10 % when the throttle is fully closed and about 90 % when the throttle is fully opened.
- If the throttle position is correct, Check the throttle body for carbon deposits and clean it if needed.
- If the throttle position is not correct, replace the throttle body.