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2012 HYUNDAI TUCSON

2.0L I4AWDAUTOMATICgas
3 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P2119moderate severityPowertrain

Throttle Actuator Control Throttle Body Range/Performance

on 2012 Hyundai Tucson 2.0L I4 · AWD

What this code means

The throttle body is not achieving commanded positions within expected tolerance.

Symptoms

  • Hesitation
  • Check engine light
  • Rough idle
  • Inconsistent throttle feel

Common causes

  • Worn throttle body bore
  • Carbon deposits
  • TPS drift
  • Weak motor

Diagnostic steps

  1. Monitor TPS vs commanded position
  2. Clean throttle body
  3. Check for mechanical issues

Repair notes

Clean throttle body. Replace if worn beyond tolerance.

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