40/41TE Automatic Transaxle

P0124-TPS/APP INTERMITTENT

For a complete wiring diagram Refer to Diagrams/Electrical. Electrical Diagrams


Theory of Operation


The powertrain controller receives a throttle position signal from the Throttle Position Sensor (TPS). The controller provides the TPS with a 5-volt pull up and a sensor ground. The signal is checked for being out of range as well as for intermittent operation (excessive signal changes).


- When Monitored:

Continuously with the ignition on and engine running.

- Set Condition:

This DTC will set if the monitored TPS throttle angle between the angles of 6� and 120� and the degree change is greater than 5� within a period of less than 7.0 ms.







Always perform the 40/41TE Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding. 40/41TE Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting Procedure



Diagnostic Test


1. CHECK IF RELATED ENGINE TPS DTCS ARE PRESENT

With the scan tool, check Engine DTCs, including pending DTCs and one trip failures.

Are there any Engine TPS DTCs present?

Yes

- Refer to the Engine Diagnosis and Testing and perform the appropriate diagnostic procedure.

No

- Go To 2



2. CHECK IF THE DTC IS CURRENT

With the scan tool, record the DTC EVENT DATA to help identify the conditions in which the DTC was set.

With the scan tool, erase PCM DTCs.


NOTE: To erase EVENT DATA information, a BATTERY DISCONNECT must be performed. Performing a BATTERY DISCONNECT will reset all learned Transmission values to controller defaults which may lead to erratic shift schedules.

Drive the vehicle and try to duplicate the conditions in which the DTC was reported by the EVENT DATA.

With the scan tool, read PCM DTCs.

Does this DTC reset?

Yes

- Go To 3

No

- Go To 4



3. CHECK THE THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR OPERATION

Ignition on, engine not running.

With the scan tool, under Transmission Sensors, monitor the TPS voltage in the following step.

Slowly open and close the throttle while checking for erratic voltage changes.

Did the TPS voltage change smooth and consistent?

Yes

- Using the schematics as a guide, check the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) terminals for corrosion, damage, or terminal push out. Pay particular attention to all power and ground circuits. Check for Service Information Tune-ups or Service Bulletins for any possible causes that may apply. If no problems are found, replace and program the PCM. With the scan tool, perform QUICK LEARN.
- Perform 40/41TE VERIFICATION TEST. 40/41TE Transmission Verification Test

No

- Replace the Throttle Position Sensor.
- Perform 40/41TE VERIFICATION TEST. 40/41TE Transmission Verification Test



4. INTERMITTENT WIRING AND CONNECTORS

The conditions necessary to set this DTC are not present at this time.

Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors specific to this circuit.

Wiggle the wires while checking for shorted and open circuits.

Pay particular attention to the TPS signal and sensor ground circuits.

With the scan tool, check the DTC EVENT DATA to help identify the conditions in which the DTC was set.

Were there any problems found?

Yes

- Repair as necessary.
- Perform 40/41TE VERIFICATION TEST. 40/41TE Transmission Verification Test

No

- Test Complete.