OBD Guide

P1589

Throttle Control Unit Modulated Command Malfunction

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • The engine goes into emergency mode
  • Reduced engine power
  • Unstable operation at idle
  • Acceleration problems

Causes

  • Malfunction of the throttle control unit
  • Problems with wiring or contacts
  • Mechanical problems with the throttle valve
  • Throttle valve contamination
  • Control unit power supply problems

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the throttle valve and clean if necessary
  2. Check the integrity of wiring and contacts
  3. Scan the system for additional errors
  4. Check the operation of the throttle control unit
  5. If necessary, replace the throttle valve control unit

Related codes

Error P1589 by Vehicle Brand