VOLVO
ECM-P210796 - Throttle / Pedal Position Sensor A Minimum Stop Performance. Component Failures. Component internal failure
System
Engine Control Module (ECM)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
5 modelsS60 (2011–), S80 (2007–), V60 (2011–), V70 (2008–), XC60 (2009–)
Show models by year and engine (12)
- Volvo S60 (2011–)2011Engine B4204T6, B4204T7 only
- Volvo S60 (2011–)2012–2014Engine B4204T7 only
- Volvo S80 (2007–)2010Engine B4204T6 only
- Volvo S80 (2007–)2011–2014Engine B4204T6, B4204T7 only
- Volvo V60 (2011–)2011Engine B4204T6, B4204T7 only
- Volvo V60 (2011–)2012–2014Engine B4204T7 only
- Volvo V70 (2008–)2010Engine B4204T6 only
- Volvo V70 (2008–)2011Engine B4204T6, B4204T7 only
- Volvo V70 (2008–)2012–2014Engine B4204T7 only
- Volvo XC60 (2009–)2010Engine B4204T6 only
- Volvo XC60 (2009–)2011–2012Engine B4204T6, B4204T7 only
- Volvo XC60 (2009–)2013–2015Engine B4204T7 only
What does this fault code mean?
Although the code is named throttle and pedal position sensor, it concerns the circuit to the throttle unit motor. The engine control module has registered an internal fault, or a fault in that circuit, and the fault is a component failure. It may come from connectors, wiring, the throttle unit or the engine control module.
Possible causes
- Contact resistance or oxidation in the connections between the control module and the throttle unit
- An open circuit, or a short to ground or supply voltage, in the wiring to the throttle motor
- The wires to the throttle motor have shorted together
- Damaged throttle unit
- Damaged engine control module
What you can do
- 1Check that the fuses are intact
- 2Read the code while the engine is running and note it down
- 3Check the connectors at the throttle unit and the engine control module for contact resistance and oxidation
- 4Look for breaks and chafing in the wiring to the throttle unit, and use a multimeter to confirm it is not connected to ground or supply voltage
- 5If you have a diagnostic tool, read the throttle position in live data and check that it follows the accelerator pedal
- 6If the fault remains, have a workshop with diagnostic equipment check the throttle unit and the engine control module
Symptoms you may notice2
- The engine lacks power and performs poorly
- Uneven idle
What the fault can affect1
- The engine control module cuts the supply to the throttle motor, so the throttle returns to its spring-loaded position
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.