Kia Carens: Engine Control System / ETC (Electronic Throttle Control) System Description and operation

The Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) System consists of a throttle body with an integrated control motor and throttle position sensor (TPS). Instead of the traditional throttle cable, an Accelerator Position Sensor (APS) is used to receive driver input. The ECM uses the APS signal to calculate the target throttle angle; the position of the throttle is then adjusted via ECM control of the ETC motor. The TPS signal is used to provide feedback regarding throttle position to the ECM. Using ETC, precise control over throttle position is possible; the need for external cruise control modules/cables is eliminated.

Engine Control Module (ECM) Repair procedures

Removal    When replacing the ECM, the vehicle equipped with the immobilizer must be performed procedure as be ...

ETC (Electronic Throttle Control) System Troubleshooting

Fail-Safe Mode Item Fail-Safe ETC Motor Throttle valve stuck at 7° TPS TPS 1 fault ECM ...

Other information:

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual: ESC operation

ESC ON condition When the ignition is turned ON, ESC and ESC OFF indicator lights illuminate for approximately 3 seconds, then ESC is turned on. Press the ESC OFF button for at least half a second after turning the ignition ON to turn ESC off. (ESC OFF indicator will illuminate). To turn the ...

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual: Auto Defogging Sensor (DATC only) Description and operation

Description The auto defogging sensor is installed on the front window glass. The sensor judges and sends signal if moisture occurs to blow out wind for defogging. The air conditioner control module receives signal from the sensor and restrains moisture and eliminate defog b ...