P1295
Electronic Throttle Control System Malfunction Power Management
Severity
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Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)
Symptoms
- Check Engine light comes on
- The car goes into emergency mode
- Reduced engine power
- Unstable engine operation at idle
- Acceleration problems
Causes
- Throttle actuator malfunction
- Problems with the ETCS power circuit
- Engine control unit (ECU) malfunction
- Short circuit in wiring harness
- Poor contact in ETCS system connectors
How to Fix
- Check the power supply circuit of the ETCS system
- Diagnose the throttle valve actuator
- Check connectors and wiring harness for damage
- Test the engine control unit
- If necessary, replace the throttle valve actuator