Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC P2118 Set

10-034

July 26, 2011

Applies To:
2009-10 TL - ALL

MIL Comes On With DTC P2118
(Supersedes 10-034, dated September 15, 2010, to update the information marked by the asterisks)

REVISION SUMMARY

*Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, the flat rate time was changed because the MVCI updates control modules more efficiently.*

SYMPTOM

The MIL comes on with DTC P2118 (throttle actuator current range/performance problem) stored.

PROBABLE CAUSE

The PCM misinterprets ETCS (electronic throttle control system) inputs as a malfunction.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Update the PGM-FI software with the HDS.

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

The normal warranty applies.

Operation Number: 1810B1

*Flat Rate Time: 0.2 hour*

Failed Part: P/N 37820-RK1-A54

Defect Code: 03214

Symptom Code: 03203

Skill Level: Repair Technician

SOFTWARE INFORMATION HDS Software Version
2.022.104 or later.

Control Module (CM) Update:
Database Update 21-JUL-2010 or later.

NOTE:
To avoid an incorrect repair that would not be covered under warranty, use the software version listed above or a later version.





The updated PGM-FI software program IDs and P/Ns are shown. If the HDS is loaded with the latest software, and it displays No Update Needed during the update, the software for this service bulletin is already installed.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Update the PGM-FI software with the HDS. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-026, Updating Control Units/ Modules.

2. Start the engine.

Does DTC P2118 recur?

Yes - This service bulletin does not apply.
Continue with normal troubleshooting.

No - The repair is complete.





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