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P0228 Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit High Input

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

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

What P0228 means

P0228
Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit High Input Generic · engine Data confidence 90%

The control module detected that the signal in the Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C circuit stayed above the expected operating range.

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to positive
  • TP/APP sensor
  • ECM

Related and nearby codes

How to read P0228

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

0

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

228

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P0228

What does P0228 mean?

Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit High Input. The control module detected that the signal in the Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C circuit stayed above the expected operating range.

Is P0228 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P0228 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.

Can TuningBot remove P0228 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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