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DTC 11: TP Sensor System (Short Circuit): Diagnosis

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Required Special Tool: 

  1. STEP 1. Using scan tool MB991502, check data list item 11: TP Sensor. 
    CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991502, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991502.
    1. Connect scan tool MB991502 to the data link connector.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
    3. Set scan tool MB991502 to the data reading mode for item 11, TP Sensor.
      • With the throttle valve in the idle position, voltage should measure between 535 and 735 mV.
      • With the throttle valve in the full-open position, voltage should measure between 4,500 and 5,500 mV.
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
      Fig 1: Connecting Scan Tool MB991502 To Data Link Connector
      G04541775Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.

    Q: Is the measured voltage between 535 and 735 mV at idle, and between 4,500 and 5,500 mV in the full-open position? 

    YES  : It can be assumed that this malfunction is intermittent. Refer to HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING/INSPECTION SERVICE POINTS .

    NO:  Go to Step 2.

  2. STEP 2. Measure the TP sensor output voltage at TP sensor connector B-07 by backprobing. 
    1. Do not disconnect connector B-07.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
      Fig 2: Identifying Connector B-07
      G04541776Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    3. Measure the voltage between terminal 3 and ground by backprobing.
      • With the throttle valve in the idle position, voltage should measure between 0.535 and 0.735 volt.
      • With the throttle valve in the full-open position, the voltage should measure between 4.5 and 5.5 volts.
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

    Q: Is the measured voltage between 0.535 and 0.735 volt at idle, and between 4.5 and 5.5 volts in the full-open position? 

    YES  : Go to Step 3.

    NO:  Go to  Step 8.

    Fig 3: Measuring Voltage Between Terminal 3 And Ground
    G04541777Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  3. STEP 3. Measure the TP sensor output voltage at PCM connector C-117 < 2.4L Engine > or C-119 < 3.0L Engine > by backprobing. 
    1. Do not disconnect connector C-117 < 2.4L Engine > or C-119 < 3.0L Engine >.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
      Fig 4: Locating PCM Connector C-117 Or C-119
      G04541778Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    3. Measure the voltage between terminal 78 and ground by backprobing.
      • With the throttle valve in the idle position, voltage should measure between 0.535 and 0.735 volt.
      • With the throttle valve in the full-open position, voltage should measure between 4.5 and 5.5 volts.
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

    Q: Is the measured voltage between 0.535 and 0.735 volt at idle, and between 4.5 and 5.5 volts in the full-open position? 

    YES  : Go to Step 4.

    NO:  Go to  Step 6.

    Fig 5: Measuring Voltage Between Terminal 78 And Ground
    G04541779Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  4. STEP 4. Check TP sensor connector B-07 and PCM connector C-117 < 2.4L Engine > or C-119 < 3.0L Engine > for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector. 

    Q: Are the connectors and terminals in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to Step 5.

    NO:  Repair or replace the damaged components. Refer to HARNESS CONNECTOR INSPECTION .

    Fig 6: Identifying TP Sensor Connector B-07
    G04541780Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    Fig 7: Locating PCM Connector C-117 Or C-119
    G04541781Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  5. STEP 5. Using scan tool MB991502, check data list item 11: TP Sensor. 
    CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991502, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991502.
    1. Connect scan tool MB991502 to the data link connector.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
    3. Set scan tool MB991502 to the data reading mode for item 11, TP Sensor.
      • With the throttle valve in the idle position, voltage should measure between 535 and 735 mV.
      • With the throttle valve in the full-open position, voltage should measure between 4,500 and 5,500 mV.
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

    Q: Is the measured voltage between 535 and 735 mV at idle, and between 4,500 and 5,500 mV in the full-open position? 

    YES  : It can be assumed that this malfunction is intermittent. Refer to HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING/INSPECTION SERVICE POINTS .

    NO:  Replace the PCM.

    Fig 8: Connecting Scan Tool MB991502 To Data Link Connector
    G04541782Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  6. STEP 6. Check TP sensor connector B-07 and PCM connector C-117 < 2.4L Engine > or C-119 < 3.0L Engine > for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector. 

    Q: Are the connectors and terminals in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to Step 7.

    NO:  Repair or replace the damaged components. Refer to HARNESS CONNECTOR INSPECTION .

    Fig 9: Locating TP Sensor Connector B-07
    G04541783Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    Fig 10: Locating PCM Connector C-117 Or C-119
    G04541784Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  7. STEP 7. Check the harness for damage between TP sensor connector B-07 terminal 3 and PCM connector C-117 < 2.4L Engine > or C-119 < 3.0L Engine > terminal 78. 

    Q: Is the harness wire in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to Step 5.

    NO:  Repair or replace the harness wire.

    Fig 11: Locating TP Sensor Connector B-07
    G04541785Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    Fig 12: Locating PCM Connector C-117 Or C-119
    G04541786Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  8. STEP 8. Check TP sensor connector B-07 for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector. 

    Q: Are the connector and terminals in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to Step 9.

    NO:  Repair or replace the damaged components. Refer to HARNESS CONNECTOR INSPECTION .

    Fig 13: Identifying TP Sensor Connector B-07
    G04541787Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  9. STEP 9. Check the resistance of the ground circuit at TP sensor connector B-07. 
    1. Disconnect TP sensor connector B-07 and measure at the harness side.
      Fig 14: Locating TP Sensor Connector B-07
      G04541788Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    2. Check the resistance between terminal 1 and ground.
      • The resistance should measure less than 2 ohms.

    Q: Is the resistance less than 2 ohms? 

    YES  : Go to  Step 12.

    NO:  Go to Step 10.

    Fig 15: Checking Resistance Between Terminal 1 And Ground
    G04541789Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  10. STEP 10. Check PCM connector C-114 < 2.4L Engine > or C-115 < 3.0L Engine > for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector. 

    Q: Are the connector and terminals in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to Step 11.

    NO:  Repair or replace the damaged components. Refer to HARNESS CONNECTOR INSPECTION .

    Fig 16: Locating PCM Connector C-114 Or C-115
    G04541790Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  11. STEP 11. Check the harness for an open circuit or damage between TP sensor connector B-07 terminal 1 and PCM connector C-114 < 2.4L Engine > or C-115 < 3.0L Engine > terminal 57. 

    Q: Is the harness wire in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to  Step 5.

    NO:  Repair or replace the harness wire.

    Fig 17: Locating TP Sensor Connector B-07
    G04541791Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    Fig 18: Locating PCM Connector C-114 Or C-115
    G04541792Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  12. STEP 12. Measure the power supply voltage at PCM connector C-114 < 2.4L Engine > or C-115 < 3.0L Engine > by backprobing. 
    1. Do not disconnect connector C-114 < 2.4L Engine > or C-115 < 3.0L Engine >.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
      Fig 19: Identifying PCM Connector C-114 Or C-115
      G04541793Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    3. Measure the voltage between terminal 46 and ground by backprobing.
      • The voltage should measure between 4.9 and 5.1 volts.
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

    Q: Is the measured voltage between 4.9 and 5.1 volts? 

    YES  : Go to  Step 15.

    NO:  Go to Step 13.

    Fig 20: Measuring Voltage Between Terminal 46 And Ground
    G04541794Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  13. STEP 13. Check PCM connector C-114 < 2.4L Engine > or C-115 < 3.0L Engine > for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector. 

    Q: Are the connector and terminals in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to Step 14.

    NO:  Repair or replace the damaged components. Refer to HARNESS CONNECTOR INSPECTION .

    Fig 21: Locating PCM Connector C-114 Or C-115
    G04541795Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  14. STEP 14. Check the harness for damage between TP sensor connector B-07 terminal 4 and PCM connector C-114 < 2.4L Engine > or C-115 < 3.0L Engine > terminal 46. 

    Q: Is the harness wire in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to  Step 5.

    NO:  Repair or replace the harness wire.

    Fig 22: Locating TP Sensor Connector B-07
    G04541796Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    Fig 23: Identifying PCM Connector C-114 Or C-115
    G04541797Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  15. STEP 15. Check the TP sensor. 
    1. Disconnect connector B-07 and measure at the TP sensor side.
      Fig 24: Identifying TP Sensor Connector B-07
      G04541798Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    2. Measure the resistance between TP sensor connector terminals 1 and 4.

      Specified resistance: 3.5 - 6.5 kΩ 

      Fig 25: Measuring Resistance Between TP Sensor Connector Terminals 1 And 4
      G04541799Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    3. Measure the resistance between TP sensor connector terminals 1 and 3.
    4. Move the throttle valve from the idle position to the full-open position.
      • The resistance should change smoothly in proportion to the opening angle of the throttle valve.

    Q: Does the resistance change smoothly between 3.5 - 6.5 kΩ in proportion to the opening angle of the throttle valve? 

    YES  : Go to Step 16.

    NO:  Replace the TP sensor. Refer to < 2.4L Engine >, THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY or < 3.0L Engine >, THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY .

    Fig 26: Measuring Resistance Between TP Sensor Connector Terminals 1 And 3
    G04541800Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  16. STEP 16. Check PCM connectors C-114 < 2.4L Engine > or C-115 < 3.0L Engine > and C-117 < 2.4L Engine > or C-119 < 3.0L Engine > for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector. 

    Q: Are the connectors and terminals in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to Step 17.

    NO:  Repair or replace the damaged components. Refer to HARNESS CONNECTOR INSPECTION .

    Fig 27: Identifying PCM Connectors C-114 Or C-115 And C-117 Or C-119
    G04541801Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  17. STEP 17. Check the harness for damage between TP sensor connector B-07 terminal 3 and PCM connector C-117 < 2.4L Engine > or C-119 < 3.0L Engine > terminal 78. 

    Q: Is the harness wire in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to Step 18.

    NO:  Repair or replace the harness wire.

    Fig 28: Locating TP Sensor Connector B-07
    G04541802Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    Fig 29: Locating PCM Connector C-117 Or C-119
    G04541803Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  18. STEP 18. Check the harness for damage between TP sensor connector B-07 terminal 1 and PCM connector C-117 < 2.4L Engine > or C-119 < 3.0L Engine > terminal 57. 

    Q: Is the harness wire in good condition? 

    YES  : Adjust the TP sensor. Refer to < 2.4L Engine >, ON-VEHICLE SERVICE - TP SENSOR ADJUSTMENT or < 3.0L Engine >, On-vehicle Service - TP SENSOR ADJUSTMENT .

    NO:  Repair or replace the harness wire.

    Fig 30: Locating TP Sensor Connector B-07
    G04541804Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    Fig 31: Locating PCM Connector C-117 Or C-119
    G04541805Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
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