P1128 NISSAN ALTIMA SEDAN – Throttle control motor short circuit

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P1128 NISSAN ALTIMA SEDAN Possible Causes

  • Faulty throttle control motor
  • Throttle control motor harness is open or shorted
  • Poor electrical connection in throttle control motor circuit

How to Fix Code P1128 NISSAN ALTIMA SEDAN?

Start by checking the “possible causes” listed above. Visually inspect the corresponding cable harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

When is the Code Detected?

The Engine Control Module (ECM) detects short circuits between the ECM and the throttle control motor.

Possible Symptoms

  • Check engine light on (or service engine soon warning light)

P1128 NISSAN ALTIMA SEDAN Meaning

The throttle control motor is operated by the Engine Control Module (ECM) and it opens and closes the throttle valve.
The current throttle valve opening angle is detected by the throttle position sensor and it provides feedback to the ECM to control the throttle control motor to make the throttle valve opening angle correctly in response to driving conditions.

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