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2017 JEEP WRANGLER

3.6L V64WDAUTOMATICgas
5 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P2101high severityPowertrain

Throttle Actuator Control Motor Circuit Range/Performance

on 2017 Jeep Wrangler 3.6L V6 · 4WD

What this code means

The electronic throttle motor is not responding as expected to ECM commands.

Symptoms

  • Limp mode
  • Reduced power
  • Check engine light
  • Erratic idle

Common causes

  • Carbon-fouled throttle body
  • Weak motor
  • High resistance in wiring
  • Binding throttle plate

Diagnostic steps

  1. Clean throttle body
  2. Check motor resistance
  3. Monitor throttle position during actuation
  4. Inspect for physical binding

Repair notes

Clean throttle body first. Replace if motor performance does not improve.

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