P1233high severityPowertrain
Throttle Valve Actuator Jammed
on 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL 3.0L I6 · RWD
What this code means
The ECU detected that the electronic throttle valve actuator is mechanically stuck or jammed. The throttle plate cannot be moved to the commanded position by the actuator motor.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Engine stuck at idle
- No throttle response
- Limp mode activated
- ETC warning light on
Common causes
- Carbon buildup jamming throttle plate
- Faulty throttle body actuator motor
- Foreign object in throttle bore
- Throttle body shaft seized
- Throttle return spring broken
Diagnostic steps
- Attempt throttle body adaptation reset
- Visually inspect throttle plate for obstruction
- Clean throttle body
- Test actuator motor by direct command
- Inspect throttle body shaft for binding
Repair notes
Clean the throttle body thoroughly; replace if the actuator motor or shaft has failed.
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