OBD Guide

P212A

Throttle Position Sensor/Switch G Circuit

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

Symptoms

  • Unstable engine operation at idle
  • Acceleration problems
  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Jerking when pressing the gas pedal

Causes

  • Throttle position sensor G malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Problems with the electronic control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor circuit
  2. Inspect connectors and contacts for corrosion
  3. Check the resistance of the throttle position sensor
  4. Replace the faulty sensor if necessary
  5. Reset error code after repair

Related codes

Error P212A by Vehicle Brand