P1120moderate severityPowertrain
Throttle Position Sensor Out of Range Low
on 2018 Lincoln MKX 3.7L V6 · AWD
What this code means
The Throttle Position sensor signal is below the minimum expected voltage. The PCM sees a voltage lower than the normal idle-position signal from the TP sensor.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Poor acceleration
- Idle surge
- Engine stalling
- Limp mode
Common causes
- Faulty TP sensor
- Wiring short to ground
- Loose connector
- TP sensor misadjusted
- Corroded connector
Diagnostic steps
- Check TP sensor voltage at idle (should be ~0.5-1.0V)
- Inspect wiring for shorts to ground
- Check connector for corrosion or looseness
- Test TP sensor through full range with multimeter
- Check 5V reference voltage
Repair notes
Replace TP sensor if faulty. Repair wiring if shorted.
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P0002
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P0003
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P0003
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P0004
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P0004
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
P0010
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P0010
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