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2015 TOYOTA CAMRY

2.5L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
1 active safety recall on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs420Labor593Torque3653Fluid6DTC928Battery1Maintenance0Recalls1
P1128critical severityPowertrain

Throttle Control Motor Lock

on 2015 Toyota Camry 2.5L I4 · FWD

What this code means

The throttle control motor is locked or unable to move the throttle plate.

Symptoms

  • CEL
  • Engine stuck at idle
  • Limp mode
  • No throttle response

Common causes

  • Carbon buildup
  • Mechanical obstruction
  • Faulty motor
  • Damaged throttle body

Diagnostic steps

  1. Inspect throttle plate
  2. Clean throttle body
  3. Test motor
  4. Check for obstructions

Repair notes

Clean or replace throttle body.

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