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P2176 2009 Honda Accord Code - Throttle Actuator Control System Idle Position Not Learned

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P2176 2009 Honda Accord?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Throttle Actuator Control Module harness open or shorted
  • Throttle Actuator Control Module circuit poor electrical connection
  • Check throttle body for binding-Clean throttle body
  • Throttle body actuator malfunction
  • Defective throttle body
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How to Fix the DTC P2176 2009 Honda Accord?

Review the 'Possible Causes' mentioned above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Ensure to check for any damaged components and inspect the connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

Code Tech Notes

After cleaning the throttle body you can disconnect the battery terminals for 30min or so and then connect it start the car and let it idle for 10min or so.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P2176 2009 Honda Accord code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. The specific diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops can differ based on factors such as the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. It is common for most auto repair shops to charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
  • Engine hard to start
  • Rough or erratic idle speed

Code P2176 2009 Honda Accord Description

The electronic throttle control system controls the throttle valve opening. The system is composed of the throttle actuator, the throttle valve, throttle position (TP) sensors A and B, the throttle actuator control module, the throttle actuator control module relay, the accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor, and the Engine Control Module (ECM). The APP sensor is operated via the throttle cable to determine the accelerator opening value when the driver presses the accelerator pedal. The accelerator pedal opening value is converted to a signal in the APP sensor and transmitted to the ECM to compute the target position. The target position signal is then transmitted to the throttle actuator control module.

The throttle actuator control module determines the throttle valve target position according to the signal received and operates the throttle actuator to move the throttle valve to the target position. The actual throttle valve position is determined by TP sensor A installed in the throttle body.

The throttle actuator control module compares the throttle valve target opening angle and the actual throttle valve opening angle from TP sensor A, and when the difference exceeds the specification, the throttle actuator control module transmits the malfunction data to the ECM. When the ECM receives the malfunction data from the throttle actuator control module,
the ECM/ detects the malfunction of the throttle actuator system and a DTC is stored.

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P2176 2009 Honda Accord Code - Throttle Actuator Control System Idle Position Not Learned

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