DTC P2101: Electric Throttle Control Function: Description
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NOTE:
If DTC P2101 is displayed with DTC P2100 or 2119, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC P2100 or P2119. Refer to
P2101 ELECTRIC THROTTLE CONTROL FUNCTION or
P2119 ELECTRIC THROTTLE CONTROL ACTUATOR .
Electric throttle control actuator consists of throttle control motor, throttle position sensor, etc.
The throttle control motor is operated by the ECM and it opens and closes the throttle valve.
The current opening angle of the throttle valve is detected by the throttle position sensor and it provides feedback to the ECM to control the throttle control motor to make the throttle valve opening angle properly in response to driving condition.