DTC P2118 Throttle Actuator Control Motor Current Range / Performance: Description
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Lexus RX 400h. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The ETCS (Electronic Throttle Control System) has a dedicated power supply circuit. The voltage (+BM) is monitored and when it is low (less than 4 V), the ECM (Included in HV Control ECU) determines that there is a malfunction in the ETCS and cuts off the current to the throttle actuator.
When the voltage becomes unstable, the ETCS itself becomes unstable. For this reason, when the voltage is low, the current to the throttle actuator is cut. If repairs are made and the system returns to normal, turn the engine switch to off. The ECM then allows the current to flow to the throttle actuator so that it can be restarted.
HINT:
The ETCS does not use a throttle cable.
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART
| DTC No. | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area |
|---|---|---|
| P2118 | Open in ETCS power source (+BM) circuit (1 trip detection logic) |
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