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2000 TOYOTA MR2

2.2L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor591Torque2368Fluid6DTC695Battery1Maintenance0Recalls0
P1401moderate severityPowertrain

Sub-Throttle Position Sensor Range/Performance

on 2000 Toyota MR2 2.2L I4 · FWD

What this code means

The sub-throttle position sensor signal is outside expected range.

Symptoms

  • CEL
  • Erratic throttle
  • Reduced power
  • Idle instability

Common causes

  • Out-of-range sensor
  • Contaminated throttle
  • Wiring issues
  • Mechanical binding

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test sensor range
  2. Clean throttle body
  3. Inspect wiring
  4. Check for binding

Repair notes

Replace sensor or clean throttle body.

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