P1124high severityPowertrain
Throttle Unit Faulty Signal
on 2003 Volvo XC90 3.2L I6 · AWD
What this code means
The ECM detected a faulty signal from the electronic throttle body unit. The throttle position signal is erratic, intermittent, or outside the expected voltage range.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Reduced power mode
- Erratic idle
- Poor throttle response
- ETC warning light
Common causes
- Faulty throttle body unit
- Carbon buildup on throttle plate affecting sensor
- Damaged wiring to throttle body
- Corroded throttle body connector
- ECM throttle input fault
Diagnostic steps
- Read throttle position values with VIDA/DiCE
- Inspect throttle body connector
- Clean throttle body
- Test throttle body wiring
- Perform throttle body adaptation
Repair notes
Clean the throttle body and perform adaptation; replace if signal remains faulty.
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