Toyota Corolla (E120): Circuit description
Refer to dtc p0120
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Dtc no. |
Dtc detection condition |
Trouble area |
| P0121 | The following condition is met 4 times. After the vehicle speed has exceeded 19 mph (30 km/h) once, the throttle position sensor output value is out of normal range when the throttle valve is closed at 0 km/h |
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Monitor description
The throttle position sensor varies its resistance with the angle of the throttle valve. The ecm applies a regulated reference voltage to the throttle position sensor “+” terminal and calculates the angle of the throttle valve based on the voltage present at the throttle position sensor “signal” terminal.
When the throttle valve is near the fully closed position, the output voltage of the throttle position sensor is low. When it is near the fully open position, the output voltage is high.
The ecm checks the indicated angle of the throttle valve during “stop and go” conditions. If the indicated angle (or voltage) in the “closed throttle” position is out of the specified range, the ecm interprets this as a malfunction in the throttle position sensor and sets a dtc.
Monitor strategy

Typical enabling condition

”Stop and go” is defined as follows: ”stop” indicates a vehicle speed of 0 mph (0 km/h). ”Go” indicates a vehicle speed of 18.6 Mph (30 km/h).
Typical malfunction thresholds

Component operating range

Other materials:
Overhaul
Hint:
overhaul the rh side by the same procedure as the lh side.
1. Remove front wheel
2. Drain brake fluid
Notice:
wash the brake fluid off immediately if it comes into contact with any painted
surface.
3. Remove front disc brake cylinder sub–assy
Remove the union bolt and gasket ...
Using the AUX port
This port can be used to connect a portable audio device and listen to it through
the vehicle’s speakers. Press until
“AUX” is displayed.
Connecting a portable player
■Operating portable audio devices connected to the audio system
The volume can be adjusted using the vehicle's ...
On–vehicle inspection
1. Horn button assy (vehicles not involved in
collision)
Check the diagnostic system .
visually check the following item with the horn button assy
(with airbag) installed in the vehicle.
Check cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the
horn button assy top surface and in the ...


