2009 Toyota Avalon LimitedFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Throttle Body: Inspection

  1. INSPECT THROTTLE WITH MOTOR BODY ASSEMBLY 
    1. Measure the resistance between the terminals.

      Resistance 

      RESISTANCE SPECIFIED CONDITIONS

      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      2 (M+) -1 (M-) 20°C (68°F) 0.3 to 100 Ω
      5 (VC) - 3 (E2) 20°C (68°F) 1.2 to 3.2 kΩ

      If the result is not as specified, replace the throttle body assembly.

      Fig 1: Identifying Throttle With Motor Body Assembly Connector Terminals
      G04973893Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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