Diagnostic Test

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ACTIVE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC)
NOTE:
Maximum engine speed could be reduced while this fault is active, it just depends where the throttle gets stuck.
1. Ignition on, engine not running.
  NOTE:
  The PCM tests the ETC Motor by opening and closing the Throttle Plate before starting the engine. If during this test the Throttle plate does not return to the closed position this DTC sets.
2. With a scan tool, read the active DTCs.
  NOTE:
  Diagnose any TP Sensor or 5-Volt Supply DTCs before continuing.
  
  Is the DTC Active at this time?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 2
  No
  - Perform the INTERMITTENT CONDITION diagnostic procedure. Refer to INTERMITTENT CONDITION . .
THROTTLE PLATE STUCK OPEN
1. Turn the ignition off.
  NOTE:
  The PCM tests the ETC Motor by opening and closing the Throttle Plate before starting the engine. If during this test the Throttle plate does not return to the closed position this DTC sets.
2. Remove the Air Cleaner Assembly from the Throttle Body. Refer to BODY, AIR CLEANER, REMOVAL .
3. Check for any signs of a foreign material causing the Throttle to remain open.
4. Using a scan tool, under System Tests, perform the ETC Throttle Follower Test.
5. Have an assistant watch the throttle plate to verify it moves during the test.
  Does the Throttle Plate move?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 3
  No
  - Remove the debris if possible or replace the Throttle Body Assembly if signs of physical damage are present. 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 . .
TP SENSOR NO. 1 AND TP SENSOR NO. 2 BOTH EQUAL 2.5 VOLTS
1. With a scan tool, perform the ETC Throttle Follower test while reading both TP Sensor voltage readings.
  Are both TP Sensor readings stuck at 2.5 Volts?
  
  Yes
  - Check the TP Sensor Signal circuits for excessive resistance, being shorted to each other, or shorted to the Sensor Return circuit.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST . .
  No
  - Go To 4
(K124) ETC POSITIVE CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE

Fig 1: Checking ETC Positive Circuit For Short To Voltage
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1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Disconnect the Throttle Body harness connector.
3. Disconnect the PCM C2 harness connector.
4. Ignition on, engine not running.
5. Measure the voltage on the (K124) ETC Positive circuit at the Throttle Body harness connector.
  Is there any voltage present?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the short to voltage on the (K124) ETC Positive circuit.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST . .
  No
  - Go To 5
(K124) ETC POSITIVE CIRCUIT OPEN

Fig 2: Checking ETC Positive Circuit For Open
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1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Measure the resistance of the (K124) ETC Positive circuit from the Throttle Body harness connector to the PCM C2 harness connector.
  Is the resistance below 5.0 Ohms?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 6
  No
  - Repair the open in the (K124) ETC Positive circuit.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST . .
(K126) ETC NEGATIVE CIRCUIT OPEN

Fig 3: Checking ETC Negative Circuit For Open
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1. Measure the resistance of the (K126) ETC Negative circuit from the Throttle Body harness connector to the PCM C2 harness connector.
  Is the resistance below 5.0 Ohms?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 7
  No
  - Repair the open in the (K126) ETC Negative circuit.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST . .
(K124) ETC POSITIVE CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND

Fig 4: Checking ETC Positive Circuit For Short To Ground
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1. Measure the resistance between a known good ground and the (K124) ETC Positive circuit at the Throttle Body harness connector.
  Is the resistance below 100 Ohms?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the short to ground in the (K124) ETC Positive circuit.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST . .
  No
  - Go To 8
(K126) ETC NEGATIVE CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND

Fig 5: Checking ETC Negative Circuit For Short To Ground
Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
1. Measure the resistance between a known good ground and the (K126) ETC Negative circuit at the Throttle Body harness connector.
  Is the resistance below 100 Ohms?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the short to ground in the (K126) ETC Negative circuit.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST . .
  No
  - Go To 9
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)
1. Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors between the Throttle Body and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
2. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires.
3. Look for broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals. Verify that there is good pin to terminal contact in the Throttle Body and Powertrain Control Module connectors.
4. Perform any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.
  Were there any problems found?
  
  Yes
  - Repair as necessary.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST . .
  No
  - Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module in accordance with the service information. Refer to MODULE, POWERTRAIN CONTROL, REMOVAL .
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST . .