P1271
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor 1-2 Correlation
Severity
⚠️ MediumCan you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)
Symptoms
- Unstable engine operation
- Delayed response to pressing the gas pedal
- Check Engine Light Is On
- Reduced engine power
- The car goes into emergency mode
Causes
- Malfunction of the accelerator pedal position sensor
- Damage to wiring or connectors
- Short circuit in the sensor circuit
- Grounding problems
- Engine control unit (ECU) malfunction
How to Fix
- Check the condition of the pedal position sensors
- Inspect wiring and connectors for damage
- Check the voltage and resistance of the sensors
- Replace faulty sensor or wiring
- Test the operation of the system after repair