OBD Guide

P2125

Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch E Circuit

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

Symptoms

  • Unstable engine operation
  • Power Loss
  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Acceleration problems
  • The engine goes into emergency mode

Causes

  • Gas pedal position sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the circuit
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Engine control unit (ECU) malfunction
  • Wiring harness damage

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor circuit
  2. Inspect connectors and contacts for corrosion or damage
  3. Check sensor resistance and voltage
  4. Replace the gas pedal position sensor if necessary
  5. Calibrate the sensor after replacement

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