Diagnostic Test

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CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC
1. Turn the ignition on.
  NOTE:
  The PCM tests the Throttle Body Assembly by opening and closing the Throttle Body plate before starting the engine.
2. With the scan tool, read DTCs and record on the repair order.
  Is the DTC active or pending?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 2
  No
  - Perform the INTERMITTENT CONDITION diagnostic procedure. Refer to INTERMITTENT CONDITION .
VISUALLY INSPECT THE THROTTLE ASSEMBLY
1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Remove the Air Cleaner Assembly from the Throttle Body.
3. Check for any signs of a foreign material (ice or dirt) on the Throttle Plate or in the bore causing the Throttle Plate to stick.
4. Inspect for any signs of coking or a foreign material (ice or dirt) on the Throttle Plate or in the bore causing the Throttle Plate to stick. Turn the ignition on and use the scan tool to actuate the Throttle Plate and check for any sticking.
  Were any signs of foreign material or scoring of the Throttle Plate or bore found?
  
  Yes
  - Clean the throttle blade and bore if possible or replace the Throttle Body Assembly in accordance with the Service Information if necessary. Refer to THROTTLE BODY, REMOVAL .
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - Go To 3
CHECK THE THROTTLE BODY HARNESS CONNECTOR AND TERMINALS
1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Check the Throttle Body harness connector for proper connection at the Throttle Body.
3. Verify that the connector is completely plugged in and properly locked prior to disconnecting.
4. Disconnect the Throttle Body harness connector and check for any pushed out, damaged or spread terminals.
  NOTE:
  An intermittent loss of a signal from one of the sensors may cause this DTC to set without setting a sensor fault.
  
  Were any issues found with the connector or terminals?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the damaged terminal or properly connect and lock the Throttle Body harness connector and retest for DTCs.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - Replace the Throttle Body Assembly in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to THROTTLE BODY, REMOVAL . Disconnect the Battery when replacing the Throttle Body Assembly. After installation is complete, use a scan tool and perform the ETC RELEARN function.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .