1. INSPECT THROTTLE BODY
(a) Listen to the throttle control motor operating sounds.
(1) Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
(2) When pressing the accelerator pedal position sensor lever, listen to the running motor. Make sure that no friction noise comes from the motor.
If friction noise exists, replace the throttle body.
(b) Inspect the throttle position sensor.

(1) Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
(2) Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
(3) Check that the MIL turns off.
(4) Under CURRENT DATA, the throttle valve opening percentage (THROTTLE POS) should be within the standard range below.
Standard throttle valve opening percentage: 60% or more If the percentage is less than 60%, replace the throttle body.
| NOTICE: When checking the throttle valve opening percentage, the transmission should be in neutral. |
Throttle body
RemovalData list / active test
1. READ DATA LIST
HINT:
Using the intelligent tester's DATA LIST allows switch,
actuator and other item values to be read without
removing any parts. Reading the DATA LIST early in
troubleshooting is one way to save time.
Connect the intelligent tester with CAN VIM to the
DLC3.
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Outside vehicle
General maintenance
Check the parts of the vehicle described below on a daily
basis. Performing maintenance checks on the vehicle is the
owner's responsibility. The owner may take the vehicle to a
service center but it is recommended that the owner perform
the checks.
In most cases, special ...
Problem symptoms table
HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the
problem symptoms. The potential causes of the symptoms
are listed in order of probability in the ''Suspected Area''
column of the table. Check each symptom by checking the
suspected areas in the order they are listed. Rep ...