Diagnostic Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 RAM Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

ACTIVE DTC
NOTE:
Before continuing visually inspect the throttle blade and bore for any obstructions. Icing of the throttle body may have caused this code to set.

NOTE:
Low battery voltage can also cause excessive current draw, in very hot and very cold ambient temperature. Make sure the battery can pass a Load test before continuing.

NOTE:
Diagnose any 5-Volt Supply, Battery, and TP Sensor DTCs before continuing.
1. Ignition on, engine not running.
2. With a scan tool, select View DTCs.
  Is the DTC Active at this time?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 2.
  No
  - Perform the INTERMITTENT CONDITION Diagnostic Procedure. Refer to INTERMITTENT CONDITION .
THROTTLE POSITION WITHIN 2° DEGREES OF DESIRED THROTTLE POSITION
1. Start the engine.
2. Allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature.
3. With a scan tool, monitor the Actual Throttle Position and Desired Throttle Position.
4. Compare the Actual Throttle Position and the Set Point Throttle Position.
  Is the Actual Throttle Position within 2° degrees of the Desired Throttle Position?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 3.
  No
  - Verify that there is good pin to terminal contact in the Throttle Body and the Powertrain Control Module connectors. If OK, replace the Throttle Body Assembly. Disconnect the Battery when replacing the Throttle Body Assembly. After installation is complete, use a scan tool and select the ETC RELEARN function.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
ETC OPERATION
1. Ignition on, engine not running.
2. With a scan tool, perform the ETC Throttle Follower Test.
  NOTE:
  It may be necessary to use a mirror to see the throttle blade.
3. Observe the throttle blade.
  NOTE:
  Make sure the motion of the throttle blade is smooth and that it opens and closes.
  
  Did the ETC motor operate properly?
  
  Yes
  - Perform the INTERMITTENT CONDITION Diagnostic Procedure. Refer to INTERMITTENT CONDITION .
  No
  - Verify that there is good pin to terminal contact at the Throttle Body and the Powertrain Control Module connectors. Replace the Throttle Body Assembly if no problems were found in the connectors. Disconnect the Battery when replacing the Throttle Body Assembly. After installation is complete, use a scan tool and select the ETC RELEARN function.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .