Diagnostic Aids
There are no driveability issues associated with the APP module unless a DTC is present. The most likely causes of this DTC are faulty connections or the sensor itself. The least likely cause is a Powertrain Control Module (PCM) condition.
An intermittent may be caused by the following conditions:
- Faulty connections.
- Rubbed-through wire insulation.
- Broken wire inside the insulation.
A scan tool reads the APP 2 position in volts and should read approximately 4.5 volts with the throttle closed and the ignition ON or at idle. The voltage should steadily decrease as the throttle is moved toward Wide Open Throttle (WOT). Also, 90 percent pedal travel is acceptable for correct APP operation. Scan the APP 2 sensor while depressing the accelerator pedal with the engine stopped and the ignition ON. The display should vary from approximately 4.5 volts when the throttle is closed to approximately 1.5 volts when the throttle is held at the WOT position.