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PowertrainP2126

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

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

34 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

  1. Sensor or actuator fault
  2. Wiring or connector fault
  3. Vacuum or intake leak
  4. Fuel or ignition problem
  5. Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Have it diagnosed promptly. If the car runs and drives normally, drive gently to a workshop. If it runs badly, stalls, overheats, loses oil pressure, or a warning light is flashing or red, stop safely and get professional help. If the code concerns the brakes, brake vacuum or brake assist, do not drive until it is checked: a hard pedal or longer stopping distance means stop.

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 34

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP2126Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch E Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP2126Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch E Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP2126Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch E Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
BYDP2126APP sensor(sub) range BrandPowertrain
CheryP2126APP sensor(sub) range BrandPowertrain
DaewooP2126Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch E Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
DFFSP2126Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch E Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
DFFXP2126APP sensor(sub) range BrandPowertrain
DFXKP2126Accelerator Position Sensor 2 (G185): Implausible Signal BrandPowertrain
EOBDP2126Gas-/pedalpositionsensor/brytare 'E'-krets område/prestanda BrandPowertrain
FordP2126Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch E Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
GeelyP2126APP sensor(sub) range BrandPowertrain
GMP2126Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor 2 performance BrandPowertrain
Great WallP2126APP sensor(sub) range BrandPowertrain
HafeiP2126APP sensor(sub) range BrandPowertrain
HoldenP2126Accelerator Pedal Position Signal Performance BrandPowertrain
HondaP2126Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch E Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
HyundaiP2126Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch E Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP2126Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch E Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP2126Pedal position sensor 2 - Range/performance BrandPowertrain
MazdaP2126Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch E Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
MitsubishiP2126APS(sub) range BrandPowertrain
OpelP2126Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor 2 performance BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP2126Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch E Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
PorscheP2126Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch E Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
ProtonP2126APS(sub) range BrandPowertrain
SaabP2126Sensor 2 Gaspedalposition Leistungsvermögen BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P2126Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch E Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
SmartP2126Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch E Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
SubaruP2126Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch E Circuit Range/Performance SAEPowertrain
TataP2126Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch 'E' Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP2126Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch E Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
VolvoP2126Pedal Demand Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP2126Accelerator Position Sensor 2 (G185): 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.

5Extended variant codes 1

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P2126 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP212601Der Positionssensor 2 des Fahrpedals hat Funktionsstörung. Es liegt ein allgemeiner elektrischer Fehler vor. BrandPowertrain

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