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P0226 Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit Range/Performance Problem

Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

What P0226 means

P0226
Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit Range/Performance Problem Generic · engine Data confidence 90%

The control module judged the Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C signal implausible: it stayed inside electrical limits but did not match the value expected for the current operating conditions.

Possible causes

  • Accelerator cable adjustment
  • TP/APP sensor

Related and nearby codes

How to read P0226

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

0

Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.

226

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P0226

What does P0226 mean?

Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit Range/Performance Problem. The control module judged the Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C signal implausible: it stayed inside electrical limits but did not match the value expected for the current operating conditions.

Is P0226 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P0226 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.

Can TuningBot remove P0226 at file level?

If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry. Checksum correction is not included: it is a separate, optional service. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.

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