A monitor will run when the engine is started at an engine coolant temperature of -10 to 50°C (14 to 122°F). If certain conditions are met, a DTC will be stored after the engine idles for 12 seconds (2 trip detection logic).
This DTC is designed to monitor the idle air control at cold start. When the engine is started at an engine coolant temperature of less than 50°C (122°F), the ECM measures the accumulated mass air flow during engine idling. If the accumulated mass air flow does not reach the specified level within 10 seconds, the ECM interprets this as a malfunction, illuminates the MIL and stores this DTC.
The electronic throttle control system controls the idle speed. The electronic throttle control system operates the throttle actuator to open and close the throttle valve, and adjusts the intake air amount to achieve the target idle speed.
The idle speed control learned values are cleared by performing learning value reset. Idle speed control learning needs to be performed before this DTC can be stored.
Idle speed control learning is performed when the engine is warmed up and has been idling for 5 minutes.
| DTC No. | Detection Item | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area | MIL | Memory | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P050A00 | Cold Start Idle Control System Performance | Insufficient mass air flow after a cold start (2 trip detection logic). | ·
Throttle body with motor assembly ·
Mass air flow meter sub-assembly ·
PCV system ·
Air cleaner filter element sub-assembly ·
Intake system ·
VVT system ·
EGR valve assembly ·
Wire harness or connector ·
ECM |
Comes on | DTC stored | SAE: P050A |
| Required Sensors/Components (Main) | Throttle body with motor assembly |
| Required Sensors/Components (Related) | Engine coolant temperature sensor
Mass air flow meter sub-assembly |
| Frequency of Operation | Once per driving cycle |
| Accumulated mass air flow | Less than 80 g (varies with engine coolant temperature and engine coolant temperature at engine start) |
After repair has been completed, clear the DTC and then check that the vehicle has returned to normal by performing the following All Readiness check procedure.
When clearing the permanent DTCs, refer to the "CLEAR PERMANENT DTC" procedure.
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Clear the DTCs (even if no DTCs are stored, perform the clear DTC procedure).
Turn the ignition switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.
Start the engine and warm it up for 5 minutes or more.
Stop the engine.
Leave the vehicle outside overnight.
Turn the ignition switch to ON [A].
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List / Coolant Temperature.
Check that the value of the Data List item Coolant Temperature is between -10 and 50°C (14 and 122°F).
Start the engine and warm it up until the engine coolant temperature is the same as the coolant temperature in the Freeze Frame Data.
Idle the engine for 1 minute or more [B].
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Trouble Codes [C].
Read the pending DTC.
If a pending DTC is output, the system is malfunctioning.
If a pending DTC is not output, perform the following procedure.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Utility / All Readiness.
Input the DTC: P050A00.
Check the DTC judgment result.
| GTS Display | Description |
|---|---|
| NORMAL | ·
DTC judgment completed ·
System normal |
| ABNORMAL | ·
DTC judgment completed ·
System abnormal |
| INCOMPLETE | ·
DTC judgment not completed ·
Perform driving pattern after confirming DTC enabling conditions |
If the judgment result is NORMAL, the system is normal.
If the judgment result is ABNORMAL, the system is malfunctioning.
If the judgment result is INCOMPLETE, idle the engine for 3 minutes, let the engine cool down, and then perform steps [A] through [C] again.
Idle the engine for 3 minutes, let the engine cool down, and then perform steps [A] through [C]: Normal judgment procedure.
The normal judgment procedure is used to complete DTC judgment and also used when clearing permanent DTCs.
When clearing the permanent DTCs, do not disconnect the cable from the battery terminal or attempt to clear the DTCs during this procedure, as doing so will clear the universal trip and normal judgment histories.
Refer to DTC P010012.
Inspect the fuses for circuits related to this system before performing the following procedure.
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 be helpful in determining whether the vehicle was moving or stationary, whether the engine was warmed up or not, whether the air fuel ratio was lean or rich, as well as other data recorded at the time of a malfunction.
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Trouble Codes.
Read the DTCs.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| DTC P050A00 is output | A |
| DTC P050A00 and other DTCs are output | B |
If any DTCs other than P050A00 are output, troubleshoot those DTCs first.
A
B
Calculate the total fuel trim values to check the characteristic deviation of the mass air flow meter sub-assembly.
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Start the engine.
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List / Short FT B1S1 and Long FT B1S1.
| Tester Display |
|---|
| Short FT B1S1 |
| Long FT B1S1 |
Read the values displayed on the GTS at engine idle.
Add the Short FT B1S1 and Long FT B1S1 values to obtain the total fuel trim.
| GTS Display | Specified Condition |
|---|---|
| Total of Short FT B1S1 and Long FT B1S1 | Between -20 and 20% |
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Check for foreign matter between the throttle valve and housing. If necessary, clean the throttle body with motor assembly. Also, check that the throttle valve moves smoothly.
Throttle valve is not contaminated with foreign matter and moves smoothly.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Start the engine and warm it up until the engine coolant temperature is 75°C (167°F) or higher.
The A/C switch and all accessories should be off.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Active Test / Control the EGR Step Position / Data List / Engine Speed, Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure and Coolant Temperature.
| Active Test Display |
|---|
| Control the EGR Step Position |
| Data List Display |
|---|
| Engine Speed |
| Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure |
| Coolant Temperature |
Check the engine idling condition and Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure values in the Data List while performing the Active Test.
Do not leave the EGR valve open for 10 seconds or more during the Active Test.
Be sure to return the EGR valve to step 0 when the Active Test is completed.
Do not open the EGR valve 30 steps or more during the Active Test.
The value of Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure and Engine Speed change in response to EGR step position.
| - | Control the EGR Step Position (Active Test) | |
|---|---|---|
| 0 Steps | 0 to 30 Steps | |
| Idling condition | Steady idling | Idling changes from steady to rough idling or engine stalls |
| Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure
(Data List) |
Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure value is 18 to 38 kPa(abs) (2.6 to 5.5 psi(abs))
(EGR valve is fully closed) |
Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure value is at least +10 kPa (1.45 psi) higher than when EGR valve is fully closed |
During Active Test, if the idling condition does not change in response to EGR step position, then there is probably a malfunction in the EGR valve.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Remove the EGR valve assembly.
Check if the EGR valve is stuck open.
EGR valve is tightly closed.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Replace the throttle body with motor assembly.
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the throttle body with motor assembly.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| NEXT |
NEXT
Check the PCV hose connections.
Check the PCV valve.
PCV hose and PCV valve are connected correctly and are not damaged.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Check the intake system for vacuum leaks.
No leaks from intake system.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Visually check that the air cleaner filter element sub-assembly is not excessively contaminated with dirt or oil.
The air cleaner filter element sub-assembly is not excessively contaminated with dirt or oil.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Start the engine and warm it up until the engine coolant temperature is 75°C (167°F) or higher.
The A/C switch and all accessories should be off.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Active Test / Control the EGR Step Position / Data List / Engine Speed, Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure and Coolant Temperature.
| Active Test Display |
|---|
| Control the EGR Step Position |
| Data List Display |
|---|
| Engine Speed |
| Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure |
| Coolant Temperature |
Check the engine idling condition and Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure values in the Data List while performing the Active Test.
Do not leave the EGR valve open for 10 seconds or more during the Active Test.
Be sure to return the EGR valve to step 0 when the Active Test is completed.
Do not open the EGR valve 30 steps or more during the Active Test.
The value of Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure and Engine Speed change in response to EGR step position.
| - | Control the EGR Step Position (Active Test) | |
|---|---|---|
| 0 Steps | 0 to 30 Steps | |
| Idling condition | Steady idling | Idling changes from steady to rough idling or engine stalls |
| Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure
(Data List) |
Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure value is 18 to 38 kPa(abs) (2.6 to 5.5 psi(abs))
(EGR valve is fully closed) |
Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure value is at least +10 kPa (1.45 psi) higher than when EGR valve is fully closed |
During Active Test, if the idling condition does not change in response to EGR step position, then there is probably a malfunction in the EGR valve.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Remove the EGR valve assembly.
Check if the EGR valve is stuck open.
EGR valve is tightly closed.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Operate the VVT system through the Active Test, and check if the VVT system is operating normally.
Perform the Active Test, referring to DTC P001100 Procedure (VVT-iE system for intake camshaft).
Perform the Active Test, referring to DTC P001400 Procedure (VVT-i system for exhaust camshaft).
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Start the engine.
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List / Engine Speed, Mass Air Flow Sensor and Coolant Temperature.
| Tester Display |
|---|
| Engine Speed |
| Mass Air Flow Sensor |
| Coolant Temperature |
Allow the engine to idle until Coolant Temperature is 75°C (167°F) or higher.
Read Mass Air Flow Sensor while maintaining an engine speed of 3000 rpm.
| GTS Display | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Mass Air Flow Sensor | Engine warmed up
Shift position: P A/C: Off Engine Speed: 3000 rpm |
Between 8 and 13 gm/sec |
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Clear the DTCs.
Turn the ignition switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| NEXT |
NEXT
In this operation, the engine must be cold (approximately the same as the engine coolant temperature recorded in the Freeze Frame Data).
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List / Coolant Temperature.
| Tester Display |
|---|
| Coolant Temperature |
Check that the engine coolant temperature is between -10 and 50°C (14 and 122°F).
Start the engine and warm it up until the engine coolant temperature is the same as the engine coolant temperature in the Freeze Frame Data.
Drive the vehicle in accordance with the driving pattern described in Confirmation Driving Pattern.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Utility / All Readiness.
| Tester Display |
|---|
| All Readiness |
Input the DTC: P050A00.
Check the DTC judgment result.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| NORMAL
(DTCs are not output) |
A |
| ABNORMAL
(DTC P050A00 is output) |
B |
A
B
Check and repair the VVT system.
Refer to DTC P001100 Inspection Procedure (VVT-iE system for intake camshaft).
Refer to DTC P001400 Inspection Procedure (VVT-i system for exhaust camshaft).
| Proceed to |
|---|
| NEXT |
NEXT
Replace the EGR valve assembly.
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the EGR valve assembly.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| NEXT |
NEXT
Replace the air cleaner filter element sub-assembly.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| NEXT |
NEXT
Repair or replace the intake system.
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after repairing or replacing the intake system.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| NEXT |
NEXT
Repair or replace PCV valve or hose.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| NEXT |
NEXT
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Clear the DTCs.
Turn the ignition switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| NEXT |
NEXT
In this operation, the engine must be cold (approximately the same as the engine coolant temperature recorded in the Freeze Frame Data).
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List / Coolant Temperature.
| Tester Display |
|---|
| Coolant Temperature |
Check that the engine coolant temperature is between -10 and 50°C (14 and 122°F).
Start the engine and warm it up until the engine coolant temperature is the same as the engine coolant temperature in the Freeze Frame Data.
Drive the vehicle in accordance with the driving pattern described in Confirmation Driving Pattern.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Utility / All Readiness.
| Tester Display |
|---|
| All Readiness |
Input the DTC: P050A00.
Check the DTC judgment result.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| NORMAL
(DTCs are not output) |
A |
| ABNORMAL
(DTC P050A00 is output) |
B |
A
B
Check the connection and terminal contact pressure of connectors and wire harnesses between the mass air flow meter sub-assembly and ECM.
Repair any problems.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| NEXT |
NEXT
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Clear the DTCs.
Turn the ignition switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| NEXT |
NEXT
In this operation, the engine must be cold (approximately the same as the engine coolant temperature recorded in the Freeze Frame Data).
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List / Coolant Temperature.
| Tester Display |
|---|
| Coolant Temperature |
Check that the engine coolant temperature is between -10 and 50°C (14 and 122°F).
Start the engine and warm it up until the engine coolant temperature is the same as the engine coolant temperature in the Freeze Frame Data.
Drive the vehicle in accordance with the driving pattern described in Confirmation Driving Pattern.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Utility / All Readiness.
| Tester Display |
|---|
| All Readiness |
Input the DTC: P050A00.
Check the DTC judgment result.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| NORMAL
(DTCs are not output) |
A |
| ABNORMAL
(DTC P050A00 is output) |
B |
A
B
Disconnect the mass air flow meter sub-assembly connector.
Disconnect the ECM connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| C17-3 (VCC) - C71-137 (VCVG) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| C17-1 (FG) - C71-135 (VG) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| C17-2 (E2G) - C71-136 (E2G) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| C17-3 (VCC) or C71-137 (VCVG) - Body ground and other terminals | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| C17-1 (FG) or C71-135 (VG) - Body ground and other terminals | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| C17-2 (E2G) or C71-136 (E2G) - Body ground and other terminals | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Replace the mass air flow meter sub-assembly.
If the result of the inspection performed in step 13 (READ VALUE USING GTS (MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR)) indicated no problem, proceed to the next step without replacing the mass air flow meter sub-assembly.
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the mass air flow meter sub-assembly.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| NEXT |
NEXT
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Clear the DTCs.
Turn the ignition switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| NEXT |
NEXT
In this operation, the engine must be cold (approximately the same as the engine coolant temperature recorded in the Freeze Frame Data).
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List / Coolant Temperature.
| Tester Display |
|---|
| Coolant Temperature |
Check that the engine coolant temperature is between -10 and 50°C (14 and 122°F).
Start the engine and warm it up until the engine coolant temperature is the same as the engine coolant temperature in the Freeze Frame Data.
Drive the vehicle in accordance with the driving pattern described in Confirmation Driving Pattern.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Utility / All Readiness.
| Tester Display |
|---|
| All Readiness |
Input the DTC: P050A00.
Check the DTC judgment result.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| NORMAL
(DTCs are not output) |
A |
| ABNORMAL
(DTC P050A00 is output) |
B |
A
B