DTC P1121 Flowchart Ford Escort ZX2

DH15 DTC P1121: CHECK RATIONALITY OPERATION BETWEEN TP AND MAF SENSORS

Attempt to start engine.

Does the engine run?

Yes No

GO to DH16 . CHECK for major leaks, cracks, and openings between MAF sensor and throttle body. If OK, GO to A1 .

DH16 CHECK MECHANICAL OPERATION OF TP SENSOR

Key on, engine off.

Access TP PID (TP V PID).

Slowly move throttle from closed throttle position to wide open throttle position.

Observe and record the TP PID (TP V PID).

While opening and closing the throttle, is there a change in the TP PID (TP V PID) between 9.85% and 93% (0.49 and 4.65 volts)?

Yes No

GO to DH17 . REPLACE TP sensor. VERIFY a symptom no longer exists.

DH17 CHECK TP SENSOR SIGNAL HIGH VERSUS THE ENGINE LOAD WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE

Key on, engine running.

Drive vehicle, exercising the throttle and TP sensor while accessing PIDS.

Access TP PID (TP V PID) and LOAD PID and record readings.

Is TP PID (TP V PID) greater than 49.02% (2.44 volts) and the LOAD PID reading less than 30%?

Yes No

LISTEN for air noise around MAF sensor and throttle body while engine is running. REPAIR if necessary. Otherwise, GO to HU1 for air restriction. If OK, REPLACE the TP sensor.

GO to DH18 .

DH18 CHECK TP SENSOR SIGNAL LOW VERSUS THE ENGINE LOAD WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE

Note: If the vehicle is a no start, GO to A1 .

Drive vehicle exercising the throttle and TP sensor near higher gears (preferably overdrive) while accessing PIDS.

Access TP PID (TP V PID) and LOAD PID.

Is TP PID (TP V PID) reading less than 4.82% (0.24 volts) and the LOAD PID reading greater than 55%?

Yes No

TIGHTEN TP sensor to throttle body if necessary. CLEAR Continuous Memory DTCs. DRIVE vehicle exercising the throttle. If Continuous Memory P1121 is now present, REPLACE MAF sensor.

Unable to identify the fault at this time. If vehicle is still a No Start, GO to A1 .

HU1 CHECK FOR INCORRECT IDLE SPEED

Note: Vehicle must be at operating temperature and at idle for a minimum of one minute. If here for a part throttle symptom, GO to HU4 .


Determine if idle speed is incorrect. Refer to the Typical Reference Value Charts in Section 6 , if necessary.

Read the vehicle tachometer (if equipped) or connect the scan tool to the data link connector (DLC) and view the rpm PID.

Is vehicle idle speed incorrect?

Yes No

For a high idle concern, be sure throttle arm contacts return stop, then GO to HU6 . For other idle speed concerns, GO to HU7 .

KEY OFF. GO to HU2 .

HU2 CHECK FOR STICKING/BINDING CONDITION

Gently cycle throttle from fully closed to fully open and back to fully closed. Check for binding/sticking in travel.

Is a stick or bind condition present?

Yes No

GO to HU3 . GO to HU4 .

HU3 ISOLATE BINDING/STICKING CONCERN

Disconnect accelerator cable and speed control cable from throttle body linkage.

CAUTION: Do not attempt to clean the throttle bore and plate area. Cleaning will damage the throttle body assembly.

Note: Sticking or binding condition can either be within cables or throttle body assembly.

Rotate throttle body linkage.

Does the throttle body rotate freely without a sticking, binding or grabbing condition?

Yes No

REPAIR cable(s) causing the concern. REPLACE throttle body assembly.

HU4 CHECK FUNCTIONALITY OF THE THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR

Key on.

View TP V PID with the scan tool.

From closed throttle, slowly begin to press accelerator to wide open throttle.

Did the TP V PID display a smooth reading during accelerator movement?

Yes No

KEY OFF. GO to HU5 . REPLACE throttle position sensor.

HU5 CHECK FOR AIR CLEANER ELEMENT AND INLET FOR RESTRICTIONS

Remove air cleaner element. Check for a plugged or dirty element.

Check for any restrictions along the air inlet path from the air inlet back to the throttle body.

Are any restrictions present?

Yes No

REPLACE air cleaner element or clear any restrictions.

REINSERT original air cleaner element. GO to HU6 .

HU6 CHECK FOR A POSITIVE CRANK VENTILATION CONCERN

Note: A high idle may indicate incorrect PCV valve size or vacuum leak.

Inspect PCV valve connections for leaks or cracks.

Remove PCV valve and inspect for plugging or an incorrect valve.

Is a PCV concern present?

Yes No

REPLACE PCV valve or REPAIR leak or crack. For high idle, GO to HU9 , otherwise, RECONNECT PCV valve. GO to HU7 .

HU7 CHECK FOR IDLE AIR CONTROL VALVE RESPONSE


With vehicle at operating temperature and at idle for a minimum of one minute, disconnect the IAC valve harness connector.

Did engine idle speed drop or nearly stall?

Yes No

GO to HU8 .

For a high idle with no idle speed drop when disconnecting IAC, GO to HU9 .

For a low idle with no idle speed drop when disconnecting IAC, REPLACE the IAC valve.

HU8 INSPECT THROTTLE BODY PLATE HOLE FOR PLUGGING

Note: Only some applications have a throttle plate hole. If not equipped, return to symptom charts.

Detach resonator from throttle body assembly.

Inspect throttle plate hole for any restrictions.

Is the throttle plate hole restricted?

Yes No

CLEAR throttle plate hole. Return to Symptom Charts.

HU9 CHECK FOR VACUUM LEAKS

Listen for vacuum leaks.

Inspect entire air intake system from the mass air flow (MAF) sensor to the intake manifold for leaks such as:

cracked or punctured inlet air tube.

loose connections on the inlet air tube at the air cleaner housing or throttle body.

idle air control (IAC) valve assembly or gasket seal.

EGR valve gasket seal leak to intake manifold.

intake manifold assembly or gasket seal.

EGR valve diaphragm or control solenoid.

vacuum supply connectors and hose.

Are any leaks detected?

Yes No

KEY OFF. REPAIR any leaks. REPLACE IAC valve if idle speed does not drop when disconnecting harness connector otherwise, KEY OFF. GO to HU10 .

HU10 CHECK THROTTLE BODY FOR EXCESSIVE WEAR

Remove throttle body assembly (refer to Section 303-04 of the Workshop Manual).

Hold throttle body up to a light source.

Rotate the throttle lever to wide open throttle and inspect bore for excessive wear or grooving.

Rotate the throttle lever to closed throttle position while inspecting for misaligned or worn plate. Look for excessive gap between bore and plate area.

Is a concern detected?

Yes No

REPLACE throttle body. RETURN to Symptom Charts.

A1 CHECK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (SECURILOCK)

Note: This vehicle may have an anti-theft system, which may be activated, causing the no start condition. Verify by viewing anti-theft indicator light on instrument panel or a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC P1260) may be present.

Verify anti-theft system.

Is the system activated?

Yes No

REFER to Electrical Anti-Theft, Section 419-01 in the Workshop Manual for diagnosis and testing.

GO to A2 .

A2 ATTEMPT TO CRANK ENGINE

Note: Verify inertia fuel shutoff (IFS) switch is set (button pushed in). Refer to Owner Guide for location.

Does engine crank?

Yes No

GO to A3 . REFER to the Starting Systems, Section 303-06 in the Workshop Manual.

A3 IDENTIFY TYPE OF NO START

Note: The purpose of this Test Step is to identify intermittent No Starts in order to guide the technician to the proper repair procedure.

Does the vehicle start now?

Yes No

Vehicle is an intermittent No Start. GO to Z2 . KEY OFF. GO to A4 .

A4 CHECK VREF VOLTAGE TO THROTTLE POSITION (TP) SENSOR

Disconnect TP sensor.

Key on, engine off.

Measure voltage between VREF and SIG RTN circuit at the TP sensor harness connector. GO to Pinpoint Test DH to refer to the schematic.

Is voltage between 4.0 and 6.0 volts?

Yes No

KEY OFF. RECONNECT TP sensor. GO to A5 . KEY OFF. GO to C1 .

A5 CHECK FLASH EPROM POWER SUPPLY (FEPS) CIRCUIT FOR SHORT TO POWER IN HARNESS

Key on, engine off.

Measure voltage between Pin 13 at the data link connector and battery negative post.

(Refer to the Wiring Diagrams for connector location.)

Is voltage greater than 9.0 volts?

Yes No

REPAIR short to power.

For coil-on-plug vehicles:

KEY OFF. GO to A17 .

All others:

KEY OFF. GO to A6 .

A6 CHECK RPM IN THE PCM

Note: The scan tool must be connected to a reliable power source that is powered with the key in the START position (such as directly to the vehicle battery). Also verify that the vehicle battery is fully charged.

Access RPM PID.

While viewing the RPM PID, crank engine.

Does the RPM PID indicate cranking speed?

Yes No

KEY OFF. GO to JB1 . To check ignition.

If OK: Natural Gas Vehicles : GO to A9 .

All others:

GO to A7 .

KEY OFF. GO to JD1 .

A7 CHECK FUEL PRESSURE

WARNING: BEFORE SERVICING OR REPLACING ANY COMPONENTS IN THE FUEL SYSTEM, REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF INJURY OR FIRE BY FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS IN PINPOINT TEST HC WARNING, CAUTION, AND HANDLING.

Release the fuel pressure.

Install fuel pressure tester.

Scan Tool connected.

Key on, engine off.

Enter Output Test Mode (refer to Section 2 ) and run the fuel pump to obtain maximum fuel pressure.

Is fuel pressure at the specified pressure (use the fuel pressure chart in Pinpoint Test HC)?

Yes No

GO to A8 . KEY OFF. GO to HC1 .

A8 CHECK FUEL PRESSURE LEAKDOWN

GO to Pinpoint Test HC and observe WARNING, CAUTION AND HANDLING.

Fuel pressure tester installed.

Scan Tool connected.

Key on, engine off.

Access Output Test Mode and run fuel pump to obtain maximum fuel pressure.

Exit Output Test Mode.

Verify fuel pressure remains within 34 kPa (5 psi) of the maximum pressure for 1 minute after turning pump off.

Does fuel pressure remain within 34 kPa (5 psi)?

Yes No

KEY OFF. GO to A9 . KEY OFF. GO to HC1 .

A9 CHECK FUEL INJECTORS FOR VPWR

Note: Check at least two fuel injectors, one on each bank. A no start condition can exist only if greater than 50% of the fuel injectors are without VPWR.

Disconnect any two fuel injectors.

Key on.

Measure VPWR circuit voltage at fuel injector harness connectors.


Yes No

GO to A10 . REPAIR VPWR circuit.

A10 CHECK FUEL INJECTORS ABILITY TO DELIVER FUEL

WARNING: BEFORE SERVICING OR REPLACING ANY COMPONENTS IN THE FUEL SYSTEM, REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF INJURY OR FIRE BY FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS IN PINPOINT TEST HC WARNING, CAUTION, AND HANDLING.


Cycle key several times.

Locate and disconnect the inertia fuel shutoff (IFS) switch.

Monitor pressure gauge while cranking the engine for at least five seconds.

Is there a pressure drop greater than 34 kPa (5 psi) while cranking the engine?

Yes No

The electronic engine control system is not the cause of the no start. RETURN to Section 3 , Symptom Chart for further diagnosis.

REPLACE PCM (refer to Section 2, Flash Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM) ).

HC1 CHECK SYSTEM INTEGRITY

Visually inspect the complete fuel delivery system for damage; including fuel lines, connections, relays, fuel tank, fuel pump, fuel pressure regulator, fuel pulse damper and fuel injector areas for leaks, looseness, cracks, kinks, pinching, or abrasion caused by a collision or mishandling.

Visually inspect electrical harness and connectors for loose pins, corrosion, abrasion, or other damage from collision or mishandling.

Check electrical connectors for proper mating.

Verify vehicle has followed maintenance schedule.

Verify inertia fuel shutoff (IFS) switch is set.

Verify battery is fully charged (12.5 volts or greater).

Verify electrical/fuse integrity.

Verify fuel level in the tank is sufficient.

Are any concerns present?

Yes No

REPAIR as necessary. GO to HC2 .

HC2 CHECK VOLTAGE AT FUEL PUMP HARNESS CONNECTOR

Connect battery charger.

Verify IFS switch state. Follow the IFS switch reset procedure at the beginning of this pinpoint test.

Disconnect the fuel pump harness connector at the fuel pump.

Key on, engine off.

Connect a digital multimeter between the fuel pump power circuit and fuel pump ground circuit at the fuel pump harness connector (refer to the Wiring Diagram Manual for correct pin location).

Access Output Test Mode (refer to Section 2 ) and turn on the fuel pump circuit and monitor the voltage reading.

Was the voltage greater than 12.5 volts?

Yes No

KEY OFF. EXIT Output Test Mode. GO to HC3 .

KEY OFF. FOR vehicles with electronic returnless fuel systems: GO to KB70 .

ALL others: CHECK for opens and shorts in the fuel pump power and ground circuits.

HC3 CHECK FUEL FILTER FOR PROPER MAINTENANCE

Locate and inspect the vehicle maintenance schedule and fuel filter. Check for last repair date.

Was the fuel filter replaced within the last 48,280 km/30,000 miles?

Yes No

GO to HC4 . REPLACE fuel filter. GO to HC4 .

HC4 CHECK FUEL PRESSURE

WARNING: BEFORE SERVICING OR REPLACING ANY COMPONENTS IN THE FUEL SYSTEM, REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF INJURY OR FIRE BY FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS IN FUEL SYSTEM CAUTION, HANDLING AND WARNING AT THE BEGINNING OF THIS PINPOINT TEST.


Release fuel pressure.

Key on, engine off.

Access Output Test Mode and run the fuel pump to obtain maximum fuel pressure. (GO to Pinpoint Test HC to refer to the Fuel Delivery System Test Information / Specification Chart.)

Note: The fuel pump will only operate for approximately 8 seconds when Output Test Mode is selected and activated.

Is the fuel pressure within the specified pressure range as stated in the Fuel Delivery System Test Information / Specification Chart?

Yes No

KEY OFF. For Electronic Returnless Fuel Systems : GO to HC6 .

KEY OFF. For Mechanical Returnless Fuel System with fuel pressure greater than 448

KEY OFF. For Mechanical Returnless Fuel Systems : GO to HC12 .

All others: GO to HC5 .

kPa (65 psi). REPLACE fuel pressure regulator in fuel tank.

For Mechanical Returnless Fuel System with fuel pressure less than 310 kPa (45 psi): GO to HC6 .

For Electronic Returnless Fuel Systems with fuel pressure less than 207 kPa (30 psi). GO to HC13 .

For Electronic Returnless Fuel Systems with fuel pressure greater than 448 kPa (65 psi). RERUN Quick Test. Other DTC's should be present if fuel pressure is out of range.

All others:

Fuel pressure greater than 280 kPa (40 psi) (Cougar 415 kPa, 60 psi) on returnable fuel systems , GO to HC10 .

Fuel pressure less than 240 kPa (35 psi) (Cougar 310 kPa, 45 psi) on returnable fuel systems , GO to HC13 .

HC5 CHECK FUEL PRESSURE LEAKDOWN

Observe Warning, Caution and Notes.


Key on, engine off.

Access Output Test Mode and run the fuel pump to obtain maximum fuel pressure.

Key off.

Verify fuel pressure remains within 34 kPa (5 psi) of the maximum fuel pressure for 1 minute after the fuel pump is turned off.

Does the fuel pressure remain within 34 kPa (5 psi)?

Yes No

GO to HC7 . GO to HC6 .

HC6 CHECK PRESSURE REGULATOR AND PULSE DAMPER DIAPHRAGM


Start engine and run engine for 10 seconds.

Key off, wait 10 seconds.

Start engine and run engine for 10 seconds.

Key off, remove vacuum hose from fuel pressure regulator or pulse damper port.

Inspect for fuel in the vacuum hose or regulator port or pulse damper.

Is fuel present in the vacuum hose, regulator or pulse damper port?

Yes No

REPLACE fuel pressure regulator.

For Mechanical Returnless Fuel System:

Replace pulse damper.

For Mechanical Returnless:

GO to HC13 .

All others:

GO to HC12 .

HC7 CHECK FUEL PRESSURE, ENGINE RUNNING


Disconnect vacuum hose at the fuel pressure regulator and plug it.

Drive vehicle with heavy accelerations while observing fuel pressure gauge reading.

Does fuel pressure reading hold steady within 21 kPa (3 psi) during test?

Yes No

GO to HC8 . GO to HC13 .

HC8 CHECK FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR RESPONSE


Install vacuum gauge to intake manifold.

Start engine and observe both gauges.

Accelerate and decelerate engine speed to vary vacuum gauge reading.

Does the fuel pressure gauge reading increase as vacuum gauge reading decreases or decrease as vacuum gauge reading increases?

Yes No

Concern is elsewhere. RETURN to Section 3 , Symptom Charts for further direction.

GO to HC9 .

HC9 CHECK VACUUM SUPPLY


Vacuum hose disconnected and plugged at the fuel pressure regulator.

Install a hand held vacuum pump to the fuel pressure regulator.

Start engine, remain at idle.

Observe fuel pressure while applying vacuum.

Does the fuel pressure change as the vacuum changes?

Yes No

REPAIR vacuum source. REPLACE fuel pressure regulator.

HC10 CHECK FOR RESTRICTED FUEL RETURN LINE


Remove fuel return line at the fuel rail and connect a short hose from the fuel rail to a measure container of at least 1.1 liter (1.0 quart) capacity.

Key on, engine off.

Access Output Test Mode and run the fuel pump to obtain maximum fuel flow (one cycle of the fuel pump is all that is required).

Record fuel pressure and observe if fuel is being returned to the measuring container.

Is fuel pressure within specification and is fuel returning to the container?

Yes No

KEY OFF. GO to HC11 . KEY OFF. Fuel pressure out of specification. REPLACE fuel pressure regulator.

HC11 CHECK FUEL RETURN SYSTEM

Observe Warning, Caution and Handling at the beginning of this pinpoint test.

Disconnect fuel return line at the fuel rail.

Disconnect fuel return line at the fuel pump.

Check the fuel return line for restrictions due to blockage, kinking or pinching.

Apply 21 to 34 kPa (3 to 5 psi) regulated shop air to the return line pressure.

Does air flow freely through the line?

Yes No

REPLACE the fuel pump module. REPAIR the fuel return line.

HC12 CHECK FUEL INJECTOR FLOW AND LEAKAGE

Observe Warning, Caution and Handling at the beginning of this pinpoint test.

Check injectors for leakage and flow rate using Injector Flow Tester.

Are test results satisfactory?

Yes No

For symptoms without DTCs and Electronic/Mechanical Returnless Fuel Systems: RETURN to Section 3 , Symptom Charts for further direction.

All others: VERIFY no other leak exists. REPLACE fuel pump module.

REPLACE faulty fuel injector(s).

HC13 CHECK FUEL SUPPLY LINE FOR RESTRICTION

Observe Warning, Cautions and Handling at the beginning of this pinpoint test.

Disconnect fuel supply line at the fuel rail.

Disconnect fuel supply line at the fuel pump.

Check the fuel supply line for restrictions due to blockage, kinking, or pinching.

Apply 21 to 34 kPa (3 to 5 psi) regulated shop air pressure to the supply line.

Does air flow freely through the line?

Yes No

Air flows freely. REPLACE fuel pump module. REPAIR cause of restriction.

KB70 SENT HERE FROM PINPOINT TEST HC WITH LOW VOLTAGE AT FUEL PUMP AND NO DTCs: CHECK BATTERY VOLTAGE WITH OUTPUTS COMMANDED ON

Note: For LS6/LS8 and Thunderbird, verify REM Self-Test has been previously performed.

Scan tool connected.

Fuel pump disconnected.

Key on.

Connect digital multimeter to the battery positive and battery negative posts.

While monitoring battery voltage, command outputs on. Note voltage within 5 seconds.

Command outputs off.

Was battery voltage greater than 11.0 volts?

Yes No

GO to KB71 . Battery voltage is low. REFER to Charging System, General Information Section 414-00 in the Workshop Manual.

KB71 CHECK GROUND CIRCUIT TO FUEL PUMP BY MEASURING VOLTAGE AT FUEL PUMP USING BATTERY NEGATIVE AS A REFERENCE

Connect digital multimeter between the FP PWR circuit at the fuel pump harness connector and the battery negative post.

Key on.

While monitoring voltage, command outputs on. Note voltage within 5 seconds.


Yes No

Ground fault to fuel pump indicated. CHECK all associated wiring and connections for the fuel pump and FPDM ground circuits. Carefully CHECK the FPDM ground connection to chassis ground. REPAIR as necessary.

KEY OFF. Ground circuit to fuel pump is OK. GO to KB72 .

KB72 CHECK VOLTAGE TO FUEL PUMP DRIVER MODULE (FPDM)

Note: For LS6/LS8 and Thunderbird, the FPDM functions are incorporated in the Rear Electronics Module (REM). In the following steps, if directed to complete an action with the FPDM, complete the action with the REM.

Disconnect fuel pump driver module (FPDM).

Key on.

Measure voltage between the FPDM PWR (VPWR for Continental) circuit at the FPDM harness connector and the battery negative post.


Yes No

KEY OFF. GO to KB73 . KEY OFF. Improper voltage is being supplied to FPDM. GO to KB75 .

KB73 CHECK FP PWR CIRCUIT

Connect a jumper wire between the FPDM PWR (VPWR for Continental) pin and FP PWR pin at the FPDM harness connector.

Key on.

Measure voltage between the FP PWR circuit at the fuel pump harness connector and the battery negative post.

Is voltage greater than 10.5 volts, AND within 0.5 volt of the reading in KB72?

Yes No

KEY OFF. REMOVE jumper. VERIFY previous test steps. CHECK related connectors for corrosion, etc. If all checks are OK, REPLACE FPDM.

KEY OFF. REMOVE jumper. CHECK for causes of high resistance in FP PWR circuit.

KB75 CHECK B+ TO ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROL (EC) POWER RELAY (CONTINENTAL), CCRM OR FPDM POWER SUPPLY RELAY

Disconnect CCRM (Escort, Mustang), electronic EC power relay (Continental) or FPDM power supply relay (all others).

Key on (to put same load on battery as previous steps).

For Escort, Mustang:

Measure voltage between pin 11 (B+) of the CCRM harness connector and the battery negative post.

For Continental:

Measure voltage between the B+ circuit at the electronic EC power relay harness connector and the battery negative post.

For all others:

Measure voltage between the B+ circuit at the FPDM power supply relay harness connector and the battery negative post.


Yes No

KEY OFF. GO to KB76 . Improper voltage is being supplied to the

CCRM, FPDM power supply relay or electronic EC power relay. CHECK associated wiring, connectors, etc. REPAIR as necessary.

KB76 CHECK FPDM PWR CIRCUIT

For Escort, Mustang:

Connect a jumper wire between pin 11 (B+) and pin 5 at the CCRM harness connector.

For Continental:

Connect a jumper wire between the B+ and the VPWR circuit at the electronic EC power relay vehicle harness connector.

For all others:

Connect a jumper wire between the B+ and the FPDM PWR circuit at the FPDM power supply relay harness connector.

Key on.

Measure voltage between the FPDM PWR (VPWR for Continental) circuit at the FPDM harness connector and the battery negative post.


Yes No

VERIFY previous test steps. CHECK related connectors for corrosion, etc. If all checks are OK, REPLACE FPDM.

CHECK for causes of high resistance in associated connectors and wiring of the FPDM PWR VPWR circuit, including the IFS switch and its connector. REPAIR as necessary.

DH: Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Introduction

DH: Pinpoint Tests

Note

This Pinpoint Test is intended to diagnose the following:

Throttle Position (TP) Sensor (9B989) Binding and sticking Throttle Linkage

Harness Circuits: TP, SIG RTN, VREF, Vehicle Power (VPWR), Power Ground (PWR GND) Powertrain Control Module (PCM) (12A650)

Graphs

Note: The normal range of the throttle angle measurement for the throttle position (TP) sensor is 0 to 96.6 degrees.

Pinpoint Test Schematics and Connectors

Contacting TP Sensor

2.0L (4V) Escort, 2.0L Cougar

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