P1239
Throttle Position Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
Severity
⚠️ MediumCan you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)
Symptoms
- Unstable engine idling
- Dips during acceleration
- Increased fuel consumption
- Check Engine light comes on
- Loss of engine power
Causes
- Throttle Position Sensor Malfunction
- Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
- Poor contact in the sensor connector
- Contamination or mechanical damage to the throttle valve
- Problems with the engine ECU
How to Fix
- Check the condition of the throttle position sensor
- Inspect the sensor circuit for damage
- Check the contacts in the sensor connector
- Clean the throttle valve if necessary
- Replace the sensor if a fault is detected