Powertrain, generic · Computer and auxiliary outputs

P061F Internal Control Module Throttle Actuator Controller Performance

Check engine lightOn
EmissionsRelevant
Drive cycleNot required
Limp modePossible

P061F monitors the throttle position controller inside the engine module and its communication with the main processor. At Ford the main processor sends the target throttle angle to this controller (generation 2: a 312.5 Hz duty cycle signal, 10–92 % for 0–82°), which drives the throttle motor via an H-bridge; the monitoring checks that the target is implemented and reported back correctly. Ford 2012 sets it within 1 s – with the check engine light on generation 2 (2003–2007, separate controller chip), without it on generations 3/4 where the controller is integrated. A fault puts the throttle into its default position with an RPM limit. Ford 2020–23 no longer uses P061F (throttle controller faults run under P2107 ff). No other manufacturer document available to us uses it. Throttle motor circuit and function codes are P2100–P2112.

Likely causes

Internal fault in the throttle controller of the engine module
Throttle stiff, sooted or iced, controller at its limit
Engine module software or calibration fault (update available)
Throttle motor connector or wiring resistance
Voltage dips, poor ground or supply at the module

Symptoms

  • Wrench lamp (Ford), check engine light on generation 2
  • Throttle in default position, raised idle, barely any response
  • RPM limit

Repair estimate

DifficultyHardWorkshop job
Parts and labour€100–1,200
Time0.5–3 h

Typical range across vehicles; the real cost depends on what the testing finds.

Parts involved

engine control modulethrottle bodythrottle actuator motor

Related codes

P2100P2101P2107P2111P2112P2110

References: law.cornell.edu, newtonnet.co.uk, fordservicecontent.com.