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2009 SUBARU FORESTER

2.5L H4AWDCVTgas
18 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P2102critical severityPowertrain

Throttle Actuator Control Motor Circuit Low

on 2009 Subaru Forester 2.5L H4 · AWD

What this code means

Low voltage detected on the electronic throttle motor drive circuit.

Symptoms

  • Limp mode
  • Very limited throttle response
  • Check engine light

Common causes

  • Short to ground in motor circuit
  • Damaged wiring harness
  • Corroded pins
  • Internal motor short

Diagnostic steps

  1. Measure voltage at throttle body connector
  2. Check wiring for chafing/shorts
  3. Test motor winding resistance

Repair notes

Repair short circuit or replace throttle body.

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