Powertrain Controls - ECM/PCM

DTC 22 Chart:

Wiring Diagram:

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION:

The Throttle Position Sensor (TP) provides a voltage signal that changes relative to the throttle blade angle. Signal voltage will vary from about 0.2 to 0.95 volts at idle, to about 5.0 volts at Wide Open Throttle (WOT). The TP signal is one of the most important inputs used by the ECM for fuel control, and for most of the ECM controlled outputs.


TEST DESCRIPTION: The numbers below refer to circled numbers on the diagnostic chart.

1. A DTC 22 will set under the following conditions:
^ Engine running.
^ TP signal voltage is less than 0.20 volts.
^ The TP has an auto zeroing feature. If the voltage reading is within the range of about 0.20 to 0.95 volts, the ECM will use that value as closed throttle. If the voltage reading is out of the auto zero range at closed throttle, check for a binding throttle cable or damaged linkage. If OK, continue with diagnosis.

2. Simulates a DTC 21, high voltage. If the ECM recognizes the high signal, the ECM and wiring are OK.

3. This simulates a high signal voltage in order to check for an open 417 circuit. The "Scan" tool will not read up to 12.0 volts, but what is important is that the ECM recognizes the signal on circuit 417.


DIAGNOSTIC AIDS:

^ A "Scan" tool displays TP in volts. Closed throttle voltage should be between 0.20 to 0.95 volts, and the voltage value should increase at a steady rate as the throttle is opened with the ignition "ON" or engine idling.

^ An open or short to ground in circuits 416 or 417 will result in a DTC 22. If a DTC 22 is intermittent, - Intermittent Malfunctions