OBD Guide

P210A

Throttle Actuator B Control Motor Circuit/Open

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–278 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Unstable engine idling
  • The car goes into emergency mode
  • Acceleration problems

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in control circuit
  • Throttle motor malfunction
  • Problems with the engine control unit (ECU)
  • Oxidation or damage to contacts
  • Wiring harness damage

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the control circuit
  2. Test the throttle motor
  3. Inspect and clean contacts
  4. Check the condition of the wiring harness
  5. If necessary, replace the throttle body or ECU

Related codes

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