P2111
Throttle Actuator Control System Stuck Open
2012-2018 Ford Focus Electric Electric Motor 🇨🇦
Critical SeverityPowertrain
Description
The electronic throttle blade is stuck in an open position or not returning to closed.
Symptoms
- High idle
- Engine races
- Check engine light
- Difficult to stop vehicle
Common Causes
- Carbon buildup on throttle bore
- Broken return spring
- Throttle motor failure
- Foreign object in throttle body
Diagnostic Steps
- Visually inspect throttle blade
- Clean throttle body
- Test motor operation
- Check for broken springs
Repair Notes
Clean throttle body. Replace if spring or motor is damaged. Safety-critical repair.
Related Codes
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- P0072Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
- P0073Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit High
- P0115Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor 1 Circuit
- P0116ECT Sensor 1 Circuit Range/Performance
- P0117ECT Sensor 1 Circuit Low Input
- P0118ECT Sensor 1 Circuit High Input
- P0119ECT Sensor 1 Circuit Intermittent
- P0125Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Closed Loop Fuel Control
P2111 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code P2111 mean on a 2012-2018 Ford Focus Electric?
P2111 stands for "Throttle Actuator Control System Stuck Open". The electronic throttle blade is stuck in an open position or not returning to closed.
What are the symptoms of P2111 on a Ford Focus Electric?
Common symptoms of P2111 include: High idle, Engine races, Check engine light, Difficult to stop vehicle.
What causes P2111 on a 2012-2018 Ford Focus Electric?
Common causes of P2111 include: Carbon buildup on throttle bore, Broken return spring, Throttle motor failure, Foreign object in throttle body.