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Diagnostic reference · P2166

P2166

Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor D Maximum Stop Performance

System
Fuel and air metering (P code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Powertrain - Fuel/Air Metering

What it means

P2166 means Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor D Maximum Stop Performance.

Where it lives

For P2166, the description names the sensor as the part involved.

Check these first

  • A failed throttle or pedal position sensor D
  • A wiring fault between the sensor D and the ECM
  • Corrosion at the sensor D connector
  • A throttle body or accelerator pedal assembly fault
  • An ECM calibration fault

What to do next

  1. Read the throttle position sensor D voltage on a scan tool
  2. Move the pedal to the maximum stop and watch the signal
  3. Test the sensor D wiring to the ECM
  4. Clean the sensor D connector
  5. Replace the throttle or pedal position sensor D if the signal is out of range
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.