Fault code lookup

PowertrainP0226

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit Range/Performance

32 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: Oxygen sensor: measures oxygen in the exhaust gas · Mass air flow sensor: measures the air going into the engine · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

This code is in the powertrain range that covers fuel and air metering, over-temperature, overspeed and transmission over-temperature conditions.

2Common causes

  1. Dirty or faulty mass air flow sensor
  2. Vacuum or intake air leak
  3. Weak fuel pump or clogged fuel filter
  4. Faulty fuel injector
  5. Faulty oxygen sensor
  6. Wiring or connector fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Do not assume this code is safe to ignore: some codes in this range affect engine safety systems. Have it diagnosed; if the engine is overheating, a red warning light is on, or the engine loses power or cuts out, stop safely and get professional help.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 32

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0226Accelerator Position Sensor 1. Value Under The Allowed Range BrandPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0226Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP0226Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
BMWP0226Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit Range/Perf. Problem BrandPowertrain
BYDP0226APP sensor(sub) range BrandPowertrain
CheryP0226APP sensor(sub) range BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0226Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0226Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0226APP sensor(sub) range BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0226Throttle Pedal Position Sensor (G79): Implausible Signal BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0226Sensor/suis kedudukan throttle/pedal 'C' julat/capaian litar BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0226APP sensor(sub) range BrandPowertrain
GMP0226Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor 3 performance BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0226APP sensor(sub) range BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0226APP sensor(sub) range BrandPowertrain
HoldenP0226Throttle Position Sensor 3 Performance BrandPowertrain
HondaP0226Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
HyundaiP0226Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0226Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0226Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
MaseratiP0226Throttle Position Sensor 3 Circuit BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP0226APS(sub) range BrandPowertrain
NissanP0226Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
OpelP0226Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor 3 performance BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0226Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
ProtonP0226APS(sub) range BrandPowertrain
SaabP0226Sensor 3 Gaspedalposition Leistungsvermögen BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0226MicroControler All Failure possible to test BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP0226Throttle / Pedal Position Sensor / Switch 'C' Circuit Range / Performance BrandPowertrain
TataP0226Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch 'C' Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0226Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP0226Throttle Pedal Position Sensor (G79): Implausible Signal BrandPowertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Related codes

Browse Pxxx codes or P022xx codes.

OpenDTC - independent fault code reference