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2016 TOYOTA 4RUNNER

4.0L V64WDAUTOMATICgas
8 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor520Torque3907Fluid9DTC929Battery1Maintenance0Recalls8
P1128critical severityPowertrain

Throttle Control Motor Lock

on 2016 Toyota 4Runner 4.0L V6 · 4WD

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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