Faulty Signal

ECM-9190 THROTTLE UNIT, INTERNAL FAULT
FAULTY SIGNAL

Status check
Check to see is the fault is intermittent or permanent.
- Start the engine.
- Press the accelerator pedal (AP) down at the same time as the brake pedal is despressed.

The fault is intermittent if the engine speed (RPM) increases.

The fault is permanent if the engine speed (RPM) doe not increase.

Hint: Switch off the engine. Repeat the start procedure 3 times (to attempt to induce a permanent fault)

Is the fault permanent?
Yes - Continue below.
No - Testing Complete.


Checking the electronic throttle module (ETM) and software



Thoroughly check the throttle for dirt and sticking. Check that no objects are blocking the throttle. Check for dirt and sticking visually by pressing the throttle disc to change the angle.

Hint: Small objects can cause the throttle disc to jam momentarily, this can cause the diagnostic trouble code (DTC).

Note! A film of oil covering the throttle may be an indication that the nipple between the intake manifold and the flame trap needs to be cleaned. Always clean the nipple if the throttle is covered in a film of oil.

Read off the software number in the electronic throttle module (ETM) by clicking the VCT2000 symbol. Always check that the software number corresponds to the latest VOLVO software. See the service information for information about the latest software.

Hint: The diagnostic trouble code (DTC) may be the result of a faulty electronic throttle module (ETM). If the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) persists, despite the above checks and remedies, try a new electronic throttle module (ETM).

Caution! A new throttle unit is delivered without software. For the throttle unit to function after replacement, it must be programmed.

Other information:
- Checking wiring and terminals, [1][2]Checking Wiring and Terminals
- Select the software manager to download the software
- See other service information for the relevant action code
- To access or replace the electronic throttle module (ETM), Throttle Body (Electronic Throttle Module), Replacing