Powertrain
generic / SAE
P211C
Throttle Actuator B Control Motor Current Range/Performance
Throttle B motor current draw does not match the calibrated map for the commanded position — high friction, partial short, or stiction.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number1 / 1C
Possible causes
- High friction in throttle bore high
- Sensor element aged beyond calibration window low
- Sensor mounting loose - signal damping low
Symptoms
- Check engine light on
- Reduced throttle response, possible limp mode
- Hesitation or surging
- Idle too high or too low
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: medium
- DIY: possible
- Estimated cost: 80–700 €
- Estimated time: 0.5–3 h
- Component: throttle actuator b
- MIL / check engine light
- emissions-relevant
Sources
References
sae:J2012