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3. Check Throttle Position Sensor Ground Circuit For Open And Short

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
  2. Disconnect ECM harness connector.
  3. Check harness continuity between ECM terminal 66 and electric throttle control actuator terminal 5.

    Refer to WIRING DIAGRAM.

    1. Continuity should exist. 
  4. Also check harness for short to ground or short to power.

OK or NG 

  1. OK : GO TO 4.
  2. NG : Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power in harness or connectors.