P0124
Throttle Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
Generic code
Fuel and Air Metering
High severity
Moderate repair
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What P0124 means
- The fault code P0124 indicates that there is an intermittent issue with the circuit that controls the throttle or pedal position sensor/switch A. This may cause acceleration issues or poor engine performance.
Possible symptoms
- Acceleration issues or poor engine performance
- Illuminated check engine light
- Jerky or hesitant throttle response
- Stalling or difficulty starting the engine
Possible causes
- Damaged or corroded wiring or connections in the circuit
- Failed throttle or pedal position sensor/switch A
- Loose or corroded electrical connections
- Failed engine control module (ECM)
Related parts
- Throttle Position Sensor: Throttle position sensor generally denotes the position of the accelerator pedal. Problems lead to poor acceleration
Possible solutions
- Inspect and repair any damaged wiring or connections
- Replace the throttle or pedal position sensor/switch A
- Tighten or clean any loose or corroded electrical connections
- Replace the engine control module (ECM) if necessary
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