Throttle Unit Signal Out of Range
2007-2016 Volvo S80 3.2L I6 🇨🇦
Description
The ECM detected that the electronic throttle body signal is outside the valid operating range. The throttle position voltage is either too high or too low for the current operating conditions.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Engine enters limp mode
- Limited throttle response
- Engine may only idle
Common Causes
- Faulty throttle body position sensor
- Open or short in throttle body wiring
- Connector pin damage
- Throttle body internal failure
- ECM reference voltage fault
Diagnostic Steps
- Test throttle body signal voltage at connector
- Check ECM reference voltage supply
- Inspect wiring for opens or shorts
- Test both throttle position channels
- Perform throttle body adaptation
Repair Notes
Replace the throttle body if the internal sensor has failed.
Related Codes
Other Powertrain Codes
- P0001Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
- P0002Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
- P0003Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
- P0004Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
- P0010Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0011Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0012Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
- P0013Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0014Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0015Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P1167 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code P1167 mean on a 2007-2016 Volvo S80?
P1167 stands for "Throttle Unit Signal Out of Range". The ECM detected that the electronic throttle body signal is outside the valid operating range. The throttle position voltage is either too high or too low for the current operating conditions.
What are the symptoms of P1167 on a Volvo S80?
Common symptoms of P1167 include: Check Engine Light, Engine enters limp mode, Limited throttle response, Engine may only idle.
What causes P1167 on a 2007-2016 Volvo S80?
Common causes of P1167 include: Faulty throttle body position sensor, Open or short in throttle body wiring, Connector pin damage, Throttle body internal failure, ECM reference voltage fault.