P0222

High Severity

Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor B Circuit Low

Fuel System

What Does P0222 Mean?

TPS B voltage is too low.

Common Fix

Replace throttle body

Estimated Cost (DIY)

$100 - $250

Symptoms

  • ⚠️Limp mode
  • ⚠️No throttle response
  • ⚠️Check engine light

Related Symptoms

Check engine light on

Common Causes

Failed TPS Blikely
Short to ground in wiringpossible

How to Diagnose P0222

  1. 1Check TPS wiring
  2. 2Measure TPS B voltage
  3. 3Compare to TPS A
  4. 4Replace throttle body

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Related Resources

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OEM Manual Evidence

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Exact Vehicle Hubs

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Related Codes

P0220: Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor B CircuitRelated

The secondary TPS (sensor B) has a circuit fault. Modern drive-by-wire systems use two TPS for redundancy.

P0223: Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor B Circuit HighRelated

TPS B voltage is above maximum expected.

P0122: Throttle Position Sensor A Circuit LowRelated

TPS voltage is below minimum threshold. The ECM cannot determine throttle position accurately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my car go into limp mode?
When TPS A and TPS B disagree, the ECM cannot trust throttle position, so it limits power to prevent unintended acceleration.
Is P0222 expensive?
If the throttle body needs replacement, expect $100-$250 DIY. Some vehicles allow TPS-only replacement for less.

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