P1296 – Throttle Control Motor Internal Fault (Nissan)

Description

The ECM detected an internal malfunction in the throttle control motor.

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Symptoms

  • Limp mode
  • Poor acceleration

Causes

  • Motor failure
  • Internal short
  • ECM driver issue

Diagnosis

  • Test throttle motor
  • Inspect wiring
  • Scan throttle data

Repair

  • Replace motor
  • Repair wiring