DTC P1684: Throttle Valve Return Spring Performance Problem

Do not insert your fingers into the installed throttle body when you turn the ignition switch ON (II) or while the ignition switch is ON (II). If you do, you will seriously injure your finger if the throttle valve is activated.

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).

1. Clear the DTC with the HDS.

1. Start the engine. Hold the engine speed at 3,000 rpm (min −1 ) without load (in Park or neutral) until the radiator fan comes on, then let it idle.

1. Turn the ignition switch OFF, and wait 10 seconds.

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).

1. Check for Temporary DTCs or DTCs in the DTCs MENU with the HDS.

Is DTC P1684 indicated?

YES | - | Go to Step 7 .
NO | - | Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and at the throttle actuator control module.■

1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.

1. Disconnect the intake air duct from the throttle body.

1. Push the throttle valve open as shown.
   NOTE:
   - Do not operate the ignition switch during check.
   - Be careful not to pinch a finger during check.

1. Release the throttle valve.

Does the throttle valve return?

YES | - | Do the throttle body cleaning, then go to Step 13 .
NO | - | Go to Step 11 .

1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.

1. Replace the throttle body.

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).

1. Reset the ECM/PCM with the HDS.

1. Do the ECM/PCM idle learn procedure.

1. Start the engine. Hold the engine speed at 3,000 rpm (min −1 ) without load (in Park or neutral) until the radiator fan comes on, then let it idle.

1. Turn the ignition switch OFF, and wait 10 seconds.

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).

1. Check for Temporary DTCs or DTCs in the DTCs MENU with the HDS.

Are any Temporary DTCs or DTCs indicated?

YES | - | If DTC P1684 is indicated, check for poor connections or loose terminals at the throttle body and the throttle actuator control module, then go to Step 1 . If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting.
NO | - | Troubleshooting is complete.■