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
RemovalExhaust gas precautions
Harmful substance to the human body is included in exhaust
gases if inhaled.
WARNINGExhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (CO),
which is colorless and
odorless. Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause exhaust gases enter the vehicle and may lead
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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 ...
PCS (Pre-Collision
System)
When the radar sensor detects possibility of a frontal collision,
the pre-collision system such as the brakes and seat belts are
automatically engaged to lessen impact as well as vehicle damage.
Pre-collision warning
When a high possibility of a
frontal collision is detected, the
pre-colli ...