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1997 TOYOTA CELICA

1.8L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor469Torque3639Fluid6DTC654Battery1Maintenance0Recalls0
P0124high severityPowertrain

Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent

on 1997 Toyota Celica 1.8L I4 · FWD

What this code means

The TPS signal is intermittent.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light (intermittent)
  • Surging
  • Hesitation
  • Erratic idle

Common causes

  • Loose TPS connector
  • Worn TPS
  • Wiring chafing

Diagnostic steps

  1. Wiggle test on TPS connector
  2. Monitor TPS signal for dropouts
  3. Inspect wiring

Repair notes

Repair connector or replace TPS.

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