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What Does a P0124 Code Mean and How Do You Fix It?

P0124 Code: What It Means, Symptoms, and How I Diagnose and Fix It Like a Pro Quick Summary A P0124 code is defined as: Throttle Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit. Intermittent. This indicates an intermittent throttle position sensor (TPS) signal problem. Unlike a hard failure, this code means the signal is dropping out or behaving erratically. The most common symptoms include • Hesitation • Surging, • Poor throttle response, • Limp mode. The key to fixing a P0124 code is catching the intermittent fault—usually caused by a worn TPS, loose connector, … Read More

What Does a P0123 Code Mean and How Do You Fix It?

P0123 Code: What It Means, Symptoms, and How I Diagnose and Fix It Quick Summary AP0123 code is defined as “Throttle Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit High Input.”  That means the ECM is seeing a higher voltage than it should. The most common causes of this code are: • A wiring issue, either a harness or a connector issue • A bad throttle position sensor, • Or a throttle body problem. The code can produce symptoms like: •  Poor throttle response, • Harsh shifting, • High idle, • Or force the … Read More


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