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:
Overhaul
Notice: when installing, coat the parts indicated by the arrow with
power steering fluid or molybdenum disulfide lithium base grease.
1. Precaution
2. Disconnect battery negative terminal
3. Inspect center front wheel
4. Remove horn button assy
5. Remove steering wheel assy
sst 09950–50013 ...
On–vehicle inspection
1. Inspect drive belt
Visually check the belt for excessive wear, frayed cords,
etc.
If any defect is found, replace the drive belt.
Hint:
cracks on the rib side of a belt are considered acceptable. If the
missing chunks from the ribs are found on the belt, it should be
replaced.
2 ...
Inspection procedure
1 Check source voltage
Measure the voltage of the battery.
Ok:
voltage: 10 – 14 v
2 Check air bag sensor assy center
Disconnect the negative (–) terminal cable from the battery, and wait at
least for 90 seconds.
disconnect the connectors from the airbag sensor assy ...