Component Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CHECK THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR

Turn ignition switch OFF.
Reconnect all harness connectors disconnected.
Perform "THROTTLE VALVE CLOSED POSITION LEARNING: SPECIAL REPAIR REQUIREMENT ".
Turn ignition switch ON.
Set selector lever to D position.
Check the voltage between ECM harness connector terminals under the following conditions.

VOLTAGE SPECIFICATION

ECM			Condition		Voltage
Connector	+	-
Connector	Terminal	Terminal
F13	37 (TP sensor 1 signal)	36 (Sensor ground)	Accelerator pedal	Fully released	More than 0.36 V
	37 (TP sensor 1 signal)			Fully depressed	Less than 4.75 V
	38 (TP sensor 2 signal)			Fully released	Less than 4.75 V
	38 (TP sensor 2 signal)			Fully depressed	More than 0.36 V

Fig 1: Checking Voltage Between ECM Harness Connector Terminals

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Is the inspection result normal?

YES: INSPECTION END

NO: GO TO 2.

REPLACE ELECTRIC THROTTLE CONTROL ACTUATOR
1. Replace electric throttle control actuator.
2. Go to "SPECIAL REPAIR REQUIREMENT ".
: INSPECTION END