P1517 – Throttle Actuator Control Mechanical Fault
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Symptoms
- Reduced power
- Hesitation
- Rough idle
Causes
- Sticking throttle plate
- Carbon buildup
- Actuator wear
Diagnosis
- Inspect throttle body
- Check actuator movement
- Scan ECU
Repair
- Clean throttle body
- Replace actuator
- Update ECU