Live Manual
Engine Error

P0120

Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Malfunction

Severity
High

Symptoms

Engine stalling, hesitation, transmission hard shifting

Common Causes

  • Defective Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)
  • Dirty throttle body holding plate open
  • Damaged TPS wiring harness
  • Corroded electrical connection

How to Fix

  1. 1 Replace TPS sensor
  2. 2 Clean the throttle body bore and plate
  3. 3 Repair damaged wiring
  4. 4 Clean connector contacts
Estimated Repair Cost USD
$50 $300

Throttle cleaning: $50 - $100; TPS replacement: $100 - $250