OBD Guide

P2115

Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor D Minimum Stop Performance

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Unstable engine idling
  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Dips when pressing the gas pedal
  • Activating emergency engine operation

Causes

  • Throttle position sensor D malfunction
  • Contamination or mechanical damage to the throttle valve
  • Problems with the sensor electrical circuit (open circuit, short circuit)
  • Engine control unit (ECU) malfunction
  • Incorrect throttle calibration

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the throttle valve and clean if necessary
  2. Check the integrity of the sensor electrical circuit
  3. Check the functionality of the throttle position sensor D
  4. If necessary, replace the throttle position sensor
  5. Perform throttle calibration using diagnostic equipment

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