These DTCs relate to the accelerator pedal position sensor.
Refer to DTC P212012.
| DTC No. | Detection Item | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area | MIL | Memory | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P212014 | Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch "D" Circuit Short to Ground or Open | Diagnosis Condition:
·
Ignition switch ON Abnormal condition: ·
VPA is 0.4 V or less when the accelerator pedal is depressed. Malfunction Time: ·
0.5 seconds or more Trip logic: ·
1 trip detection logic Detection Conditions: ·
Continuous Sensors/components used for detection: ·
Accelerator pedal sensor assembly |
·
Accelerator pedal sensor assembly ·
Open in VCPA circuit ·
Open or ground short in VPA circuit ·
ECM |
Comes on | DTC stored | SAE Code: P2122 |
When the ignition switch is turned to ON and the accelerator pedal is depressed and the VPA voltage is 0.4 V or less for 0.5 seconds or more, the ECM determines that the accelerator pedal sensor assembly circuit is malfunctioning and illuminates the MIL and stores a DTC.
| Required Sensors/Components | Accelerator pedal sensor assembly |
| Frequency of Operation | Continuous |
When these DTCs are stored, the ECM enters fail-safe mode. If either of the 2 sensor circuits malfunctions, the ECM limits the engine output. If both of the circuits malfunction, the ECM regards the accelerator pedal as being released. As a result, the throttle valve is closed and the engine idles.
Fail-safe mode continues until a pass condition is detected, and the ignition switch is turned off.
Read Freeze Frame Data using the GTS. The ECM records vehicle and driving condition information as Freeze Frame Data the moment a DTC is stored. When troubleshooting, Freeze Frame Data can help determine if the vehicle was moving or stationary, if the engine was warmed up or not, if the air fuel ratio was lean or rich, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.
| *a | Front view of wire harness connector
(to Accelerator Pedal Sensor Assembly) |
Make sure that the connector is properly connected. If it is not, securely connect it and check for DTCs again.
Disconnect the accelerator pedal sensor assembly connector.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| A54-4 (VCPA) - Body ground | Ignition switch ON | 4.5 to 5.5 V |
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Disconnect the accelerator pedal sensor assembly connector.
Disconnect the ECM connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| A54-6 (VPA) - A46-47 (VPA) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| A54-6 (VPA) or A46-47 (VPA) - Body ground and other terminals | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Turn the ignition switch off.
Disconnect the accelerator pedal sensor assembly connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| A54-6 (VPA) - A54-5 (EPA) | Ignition switch off | 37.05 to 40.95 kΩ |
As voltage is still supplied to the ECM after the ignition switch is turned off, this check cannot be performed correctly during the shut-down process.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Disconnect the accelerator pedal sensor assembly connector.
Disconnect the ECM connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| A54-4 (VCPA) - A46-49 (VCPA) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG