Toyota Corolla (E120) 2002–2008 Repair Manual / Diagnostics / Sfi system / Throttle/pedal position
sensor/switch ”a” circuit
range/performance problem
Toyota Corolla (E120): Throttle/pedal position sensor/switch ”a” circuit range/performance problem
Dtc p0121 throttle/pedal position sensor/switch ”a” circuit range/performance problem
Hint
: this is the purpose of the ”throttle position sensor”.
Other materials:
Replacement
1. Remove instrument panel sub–assy lower
2. Remove clutch pedal spring
3. Remove clutch master cylinder push rod clevis w/hole pin
Remove the clip and hole pin.
4. Remove clutch pedal support sub–assy
W/ cruise control:
disconnect the clutch switch assy connector.
&nbs ...
Basic inspection
When the malfunction is not confirmed in the dtc check, troubleshooting
should be carried out in all the
possible circuits considered as causes of the problem. In many cases, by
carrying out the basic engine check
shown in the following flowchart, the location causing the problem can be found ...
Inspection procedure
1 Check p/t squib(lh) circuit(airbag sensor assy center – front seat
outer belt assy lh)
Disconnect the negative (–) terminal cable from the battery,
and wait at least for 90 seconds.
disconnect the connectors between the airbag sensor
assy center and the seat belt pretensio ...