Powertrain
generic / SAE
P2133
Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor "E" Circuit High
The "E" channel signal is above the upper threshold — usually a short to positive or an open ground.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number1 / 33
Possible causes
- Signal shorted to positive high
- Sensor ground open medium
- Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance low
Symptoms
- Check engine light on
- Reduced throttle response, possible limp mode
- Hesitation or surging
- Idle too high or too low
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: easy
- DIY: possible
- Estimated cost: 80–400 €
- Estimated time: 0.3–1.5 h
- Component: accelerator pedal sensor
- Component: pedal sensor wiring
- MIL / check engine light
- emissions-relevant
- drive cycle required
Sources
References
sae:J2012