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DTC P0123: Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor A Circuit High

P0123 - THROTTLE/PEDAL POSITION SENSOR A CIRCUIT HIGH

Description:  This DTC sets when the PCM indicates the electronic throttle control (ETC) throttle position (TP) sensor signal is too high.
Possible Causes: 
  • TP circuit short to voltage
  • TP circuit short to VREF
  • ETCRTN circuit open
  • Damaged TP sensor
Diagnostic Aids:  This concern exhibits a symptom of limited power. A TP1 PID reading greater than 4.75 volts in ignition ON, engine OFF or ignition ON, engine running indicates a concern is present.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to PINPOINT TEST DV .