P1222
Throttle Motor Circuit
Severity
⚠️ MediumCan you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)
Symptoms
- Unstable engine idling
- Loss of engine power
- Check Engine Light Illuminates
- Acceleration problems
- The engine may go into emergency mode
Causes
- Throttle motor malfunction
- Open or short circuit in control circuit
- Wiring Harness Problems
- Engine control unit (ECU) malfunction
- Mechanical sticking of the throttle valve
How to Fix
- Check the condition of the throttle valve and its mechanisms
- Check the integrity of the wiring and connectors
- Test the throttle motor
- Check the operation of the engine control unit
- If necessary, replace the throttle assembly