P2166
Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor D Maximum Stop Performance
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
- Read the throttle position sensor D voltage on a scan tool
- Move the pedal to the maximum stop and watch the signal
- Test the sensor D wiring to the ECM
- Clean the sensor D connector
- Replace the throttle or pedal position sensor D if the signal is out of range
- Clear the code and retest
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Updated
Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.