P0223-THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR 2 CIRCUIT HIGH
For a complete wiring diagram Refer to Section 8W
- When Monitored:
With the ignition on and battery voltage greater than 10.4 volts.
- Set Condition:
The PCM detects that the Throttle Position Sensor 2 input voltage is above the maximum acceptable value.
| Possible Causes |
| INTERMITTENT DTC |
| (F855) 5 VOLT SUPPLY CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE |
| (K122) TP SIGNAL 2 CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE |
| (K122) TP SIGNAL 2 CIRCUIT SHORTED TO THE (F855) 5 VOLT SUPPLY CIRCUIT |
| (K122) TP SIGNAL 2 CIRCUIT SHORTED TO THE (K124) ETC MOTOR (+) CIRCUIT |
| (K122) TP SIGNAL 2 CIRCUIT SHORTED TO THE (K126) ETC MOTOR (-) CIRCUIT |
| (K122) TP SIGNAL 2 CIRCUIT OPEN OR HIGH RESISTANCE |
| (K922) TP SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT OPEN OR HIGH RESISTANCE |
| THROTTLE BODY |
| POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) |
Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
Diagnostic Test
1. DTC IS ACTIVENOTE: Diagnose and repair any system voltage or sensor reference voltage DTCs before continuing with this test.
Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature.
WARNING: When the engine is operating, do not stand in direct line with the fan. Do not put your hands near the pulleys, belts, or fan. Do not wear loose clothing. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury or death.
With the scan tool, select View DTCs.
Is the status Active for this DTC?
Yes
- Go to 2
No
- Refer to the *CHECKING FOR AN INTERMITTENT DTC Diagnostic Procedure. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)
2. (F855) 5 VOLT SUPPLY CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE
Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the Throttle Body connector.
Disconnect the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) connector.
Turn the ignition on.
Measure the voltage of the (F855) 5 Volt Supply circuit in the Throttle Body harness connector.
Is there any voltage present?
Yes
- Repair the (F855) 5 Volt Supply circuit for a short to voltage.
- Perform the PCM Verification Test Ver. 1 (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
No
- Go to 3
3. (K122) TP SIGNAL 2 CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE
Measure the voltage of the (K122) TP Signal 2 circuit in the Throttle Body harness connector.
Is there any voltage present?
Yes
- Repair the (K122) TP Signal 2 circuit for a short to voltage.
- Perform the PCM Verification Test Ver. 1 (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
No
- Go to 4
4. (K122) TP SIGNAL 2 CIRCUIT SHORTED TO THE (F855) 5 VOLT SUPPLY CIRCUIT
Measure the resistance between the (K122) TP Signal 2 circuit and the (F855) 5 Volt Supply in the Throttle Body harness connector.
Is the resistance below 100 ohms?
Yes
- Repair the (K122) TP Signal 2 circuit for a short to the (F855) 5 Volt Supply circuit.
- Perform the PCM Verification Test Ver. 1 (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
No
- Go to 5
5. (K122) TP SIGNAL 2 CIRCUIT SHORTED TO THE (K124) ETC MOTOR (+) CIRCUIT
Measure the resistance between the (K122) TP Signal 2 circuit and the (K124) ETC Motor (+) in the Throttle Body harness connector.
Is the resistance below 100 ohms?
Yes
- Repair the (K124) ETC Motor (+) circuit for a short to the (F855) 5 Volt Supply circuit.
- Perform the PCM Verification Test Ver. 1 (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
No
- Go to 6
6. (K122) TP SIGNAL 2 CIRCUIT SHORTED TO THE (K126) ETC MOTOR (-) CIRCUIT
Measure the resistance between the (K122) TP Signal 2 circuit and the (K126) ETC Motor (-) in the Throttle Body harness connector.
Is the resistance below 100 ohms?
Yes
- Repair the (K122) TP Signal 2 circuit for a short to the (K126) ETC Motor (-) circuit.
- Perform the PCM Verification Test Ver. 1 (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
No
- Go to 7
7. (K122) TP SIGNAL 2 CIRCUIT OPEN OR HIGH RESISTANCE
Turn the ignition off.
Measure the resistance of the (K122) TP Signal 2 between the Throttle Body harness connector and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) harness connector.
Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?
Yes
- Go to 8
No
- Repair the (K122) TP Signal 2 for an open circuit or high resistance.
- Perform the PCM Verification Test Ver. 1 (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
8. (K922) TP SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT OPEN OR HIGH RESISTANCE
Measure the resistance of the (K922) TP Sensor Ground circuit between the Throttle Body harness connector and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) harness connector.
Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?
Yes
- Go to 9
No
- Repair the (K922) TP Sensor Ground circuit for an open circuit or high resistance.
- Perform the PCM Verification Test Ver. 1 (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
9. THROTTLE BODY
Turn the ignition off.
Connect the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) connector.
Connect a jumper wire between the (K922) TP Sensor Ground circuit and the (K122) TP Signal 2 circuit in the Throttle Body harness connector.
Turn the ignition on.
With the scan tool, read the TP Signal 2 circuit voltage.
Is the voltage below 1.0 volt with the jumper wire in place?
Yes
- Replace the Throttle Body in accordance with the Service Information.
- Perform the PCM Verification Test Ver. 1 (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
No
- Go to 10
10. POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)
Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors between the Throttle Body and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires.
Look for broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals.
Monitor the scan tool data relative to this circuit and wiggle test the wiring and connectors.
Look for the data to change or for the DTC to reset during the wiggle test.
Refer to any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.
Were any problems found?
Yes
- Repair as necessary.
- Perform the PCM Verification Test Ver. 1 (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
No
- Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) in accordance with the Service Information.
- Perform the PCM Verification Test Ver. 1 (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE).