P1581high severityPowertrain
Electronic Throttle Monitor Malfunction
on 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 4.6L V8 · AWD
What this code means
The ECU detected a discrepancy in the electronic throttle monitoring circuit. The throttle monitoring system has identified that the throttle position does not match expectations, triggering a safety intervention.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Reduced power mode
- Throttle limited
- ETC warning light
- Engine may shut down at high speed
Common causes
- Throttle body sensor discrepancy
- Throttle body actuator wear
- ECU monitoring circuit fault
- Wiring interference
- Voltage supply issue to throttle body
Diagnostic steps
- Compare both throttle position sensor readings
- Inspect throttle body for mechanical wear
- Check wiring for interference or damage
- Test voltage supply to throttle body
- Perform throttle adaptation
Repair notes
Replace the throttle body assembly if sensor discrepancy cannot be resolved by adaptation.
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