Engine-Codes - Generic - P1190

P1190 Code - Intake Throttle Actuator Malfunction

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P1190?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Faulty Throttle Solenoid Valve
  • Throttle Solenoid Valve harness is open or shorted
  • Throttle Solenoid Valve circuit poor electrical connection
  • Faulty Engine Control Module (ECM)
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How to Fix the DTC P1190?

Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the P1190 code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

What Does the P1190 Code Mean?

y actuating of flaps in the intake passage the passage at the inlet valve of the cylinder can be narrowed. This reduces the air flow. The flaps in the intake passage are controlled by the intake throttle actuator. Calculation of the duty cycle for the inlet passage shut-off can be switched on and off by the function switch of the inlet passage shut off. If the engine speed and the demand quantity + low idle governor exceed certain thresholds, also the MAFS signal must be above a threshold. If this not the case, the error "flap blocked closed" is recognized. If the engine speed and the control duty cycle exceed certain thresholds, the digital switch of the inlet passage shut off must be actuated. If it is, the error flap blocked open is recognized. In case of the throttle actuator stuck, the engine symptoms will occur a running engine stall and a starting impossible.

P1190 Code - Intake Throttle Actuator Malfunction

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