OBD Guide

P1726

Electric Throttle Control System

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$33–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Unstable engine idling
  • Dips when pressing the gas pedal
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • Reduced engine power
  • Activating emergency engine operation

Causes

  • Malfunction of throttle position sensors
  • Problems with the throttle motor
  • Open or short circuit in control circuit
  • Contamination or mechanical damage to the throttle valve
  • Problems with the engine control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the throttle valve and clean if necessary
  2. Check the integrity of the wiring harness and connectors
  3. Check the operation of the throttle position sensors
  4. Check the throttle motor
  5. Perform throttle valve adaptation after repair

Related codes

Error P1726 by Vehicle Brand