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1997 TOYOTA CELICA

1.8L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor593Torque3461Fluid6DTC654Battery1Maintenance0Recalls0
P1125high severityPowertrain

Throttle Control Motor Circuit

on 1997 Toyota Celica 1.8L I4 · FWD

What this code means

The ECM detected a malfunction in the ETCS throttle control motor circuit.

Symptoms

  • CEL
  • Reduced power
  • Poor throttle response
  • Limp mode

Common causes

  • Faulty throttle motor
  • Damaged wiring
  • Corroded connector
  • Faulty throttle body

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test motor resistance
  2. Inspect wiring
  3. Check connector
  4. Command motor with scan tool

Repair notes

Replace throttle body assembly.

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