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
RemovalRemoval
1. PRECAUTION
CAUTION: Be sure to read "PRECAUTION" thoroughly before
servicing.
2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY
TERMINAL
CAUTION:
Wait for 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable to
prevent the airbag working.
3. PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD
4. REMOVE STEE ...
Disassembly
1. REMOVE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL RING GEAR
(a) Place matchmarks on the front differential ring gear
and differential case.
(b) Remove the 14 bolts.
(c) Using a plastic hammer, tap on the front differential
ring gear to remove it from the case.
2. REMOVE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL CASE FRONT TA ...
Operation check
NOTICE: Inspection should be started after conforming that
the items listed in the "CUSTOMIZE PARAMETER" for the power back door system
have defaulted to the initial settings
1. CHECK OPENING OPERATION
Conditions necessary for the power back door to
open:
Power back d ...