P1516

DTC P1516

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
The predicted throttle position (TP) is compared to the actual throttle position. The two values should be within a calibrated range of each other. Both the powertrain control module (PCM) and the throttle actuator control (TAC) module redundantly monitor the predicted and actual throttle position. DTC P1516 sets if the PCM detects an out of range condition between the predicted and the actual throttle position.

DTC DESCRIPTOR
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:
DTC P1516 Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) Module Throttle Actuator Position Performance

CONDITIONS FOR RUNNING THE DTC
- DTC P2108 or U0107 is not set.
- The ignition switch is in the Crank or Run position.
- The ignition voltage is more than 5.23 volts.
- The TAC system is not in the battery saver mode.
- DTC P1516 runs continuously once the above conditions are met.

CONDITIONS FOR SETTING THE DTC
- The TAC module detects that the predicted and the actual throttle positions are not within a calibrated range of each other. OR
- The PCM or the TAC module cannot determine the throttle position. OR
- Both of the TP sensors are out of range.
- The PCM detects one of the above conditions are present for more than 0.003 second.

ACTION TAKEN WHEN THE DTC SETS
- The control module illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) when the diagnostic runs and fails.
- The control module records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The control module stores this information in the Freeze Frame and/or the Failure Records.
- The control module commands the TAC system to operate in the Reduced Engine Power mode.
- A message center or an indicator displays Reduced Engine Power.
- Under certain conditions the control module commands the engine OFF.

CONDITIONS FOR CLEARING THE MIL/DTC
- The control module turns OFF the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) after 3 consecutive ignition cycles that the diagnostic runs and does not fail.
- A current DTC, Last Test Failed, clears when the diagnostic runs and passes.
- A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other emission related diagnostic.
- Clear the MIL and the DTC with a scan tool.

DIAGNOSTIC AIDS
- Inspect the TAC module connectors for signs of water intrusion. If water intrusion occurs, multiple DTCs may set without any circuit or component conditions found during diagnostic testing.
- Verify that the starting and charging systems are operating properly. Low system voltage can cause this DTC to set.
- When the TAC module detects a condition within the TAC system, more than one TAC system related DTC may set. This is due to the many redundant tests run continuously on this system. Locating and repairing an individual condition may correct more than one DTC. Disconnecting components during testing may set additional DTCs. Remember this if you review the stored information in Capture Info.
- For an intermittent, refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections. Component Tests and General Diagnostics

TEST DESCRIPTION

Step 1 - Step 9:

Step 10 - Step 18:

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
7. If the TP indicated angle does not follow the movement of the throttle blade and no TP sensor DTCs are set, there is a mechanical condition with the throttle shaft or the TP sensor.
18. Locating and repairing an individual condition may correct more than one DTC.