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P0223: Throttle Position (TP2) Sensor Circuit High Input

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P0223 - THROTTLE POSITION (TP2) SENSOR CIRCUIT HIGH INPUT

Description:  The ETC TP2 sensor was flagged as fault status by the PCM indicating a high voltage.
Possible Causes: 
  • ETC TP sensor harness shorted to VREF.
  • Damaged TP sensor.
  • ETC TP2 circuit open.
  • VREF circuit shorted to TP sensor.
Diagnostic Aids:  The fault exhibits a symptom of limited power. A TP2 PID (TP V PID) reading greater than 93% (4.65 volts) in key ON engine OFF, continuous memory or key ON engine running indicates a hard fault.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to PINPOINT TEST DV: THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY ETC Step 1.