OBD Guide

P212E

Throttle Position Sensor/Switch G Circuit Intermittent

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–67 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Unstable engine idling
  • Dips during acceleration
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Oxidized or damaged contacts in the connector
  • Faulty throttle position sensor
  • Wiring Harness Problems
  • Engine ECU malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the sensor wiring harness and connectors
  2. Check the resistance and voltage in the sensor circuit
  3. Check the operation of the throttle position sensor
  4. Replace the sensor if a fault is detected
  5. Flash or replace the ECU if necessary

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