Diagnosis Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CHECK ELECTRIC THROTTLE CONTROL ACTUATOR VISUALLY
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Remove the intake air duct.
3. Check if foreign matter is caught between the throttle valve (1) and the housing.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Electric Throttle Control Actuator
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  
  Is the inspection result normal?
  
  YES: GO TO 2.
  
  NO: Remove the foreign matter and clean the electric throttle control actuator inside.
REPLACE ELECTRIC THROTTLE CONTROL ACTUATOR
1. Replace electric throttle control actuator.
2. Go to "SPECIAL REPAIR REQUIREMENT ".
  : INSPECTION END