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HOMESERVICE MANUALSKIA2010RONDO LX, 2.7 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCETESTING & DIAGNOSISENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS (1 OF 3) - 2.7LDTC P0122: THROTTLE PEDAL POSITION SENSOR/SWITCH A CIRCUIT LOW INPUTINSPECTION/REPAIRCOMPONENT INSPECTION

2010 Kia Rondo LX, 2.7 6

Component Inspection

2010 Kia Rondo LX, 2.7 6SECTION Component Inspection

Check TPS
1. IG "OFF" and disconnect TPS connector.
2. Measure resistance between terminals 4 and 1 of the TPS connector. (component side)
  1. Specification: 4 ~ 6kΩ
    
    Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Terminals 4 & 1 Of TPS Connector
    Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
3. Is the measured resistance within specification?
  YES
  - Substitute with a known-good PCM and check for proper operation. If the problem is corrected, replace PCM and go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.
  NO
  - Substitute with a known-good ETC motor & TPS and check for proper operation. If the problem is corrected, replace ETC motor & TPS and go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.
    CAUTION:
    Procedure of Electronic Throttle Control system Initialization
    
    Erase the trouble codes on PCM
    
    Turn the ignition key off and maintain this condition until the main relay is turned off. (It will take 10sec.)
    
    Turn ignition key on more than 1second to record the throttle motor position on the EEPROM

RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.