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2005 ACURA TSX

2.4L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
4 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor467Torque3645Fluid6DTC820Battery0Maintenance0Recalls4
P1241high severityPowertrain

Throttle Valve Control Motor Circuit 1

on 2005 Acura TSX 2.4L I4 · FWD

What this code means

Fault in the first circuit of the throttle valve control motor.

Symptoms

  • CEL
  • Reduced power
  • Erratic throttle
  • Limp mode

Common causes

  • Faulty throttle motor
  • Damaged wiring
  • Poor connector
  • Throttle body failure

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test motor resistance
  2. Inspect wiring
  3. Check connector
  4. Test PCM output

Repair notes

Replace throttle body.

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