The control module detected improper operation of the Throttle control unit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Alfa Romeo.
TuningBot DTC Database · v4.37.15
P1120 Diagnostic Trouble Code (17 interpretations)
17 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 16 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.
Alfa Romeo
1 interpretation
Chevrolet
1 interpretationThe control module detected improper operation of the Throttle motor position sensor 1. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.
Possible causes
- Wiring
- throttle control module
Chrysler
1 interpretationThe control module detected improper operation of the Throttle Position (TP) Sensor 1 circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.
Recommended checks
- Perform a full module scan
- Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
- Inspect relevant wiring and connectors
- Check power supplies and grounds
- Compare commanded and measured values
- Check applicable OEM service information
Ford
1 interpretationThe control module detected that the Throttle Position value was outside the valid range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.
Possible causes
- Wiring
- TP sensor
Recommended checks
- Perform a full module scan
- Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
- Compare commanded and measured values
- Check applicable OEM service information
Honda
1 interpretationThe control module detected improper operation of the Throttle motor position sensor 1 circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Honda.
Possible causes
- throttle control unit
- ECM
Hyundai
1 interpretationThe control module detected improper operation of the Electronic Governor. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Hyundai.
Land Rover
1 interpretationThe control module judged the Throttle position (TP) sensor . behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Land Rover.
Possible causes
- Wiring
- supply voltage
- TP sensor
- ECM
Lexus
1 interpretationThe control module detected improper operation of the Accelerator pedal position (APP) circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Lexus.
Possible causes
- Wiring
- APP sensor
- ECM
Recommended checks
- Perform a full module scan
- Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
- Inspect relevant wiring and connectors
- Check power supplies and grounds
- Compare commanded and measured values
- Check applicable OEM service information
Mazda
1 interpretationThe control module detected that the Throttle position (TP) value was outside the valid range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mazda.
Possible causes
- Wiring
- TP sensor
- ECM
Recommended checks
- Perform a full module scan
- Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
- Compare commanded and measured values
- Check applicable OEM service information
MINI
1 interpretationThe control module detected improper operation of the Pedal Position circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by MINI.
Nissan
1 interpretationThe control module detected a fault associated with the Secondary Throttle Position Sensor circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Nissan.
Opel
1 interpretationThe control module detected improper operation of the Throttle position (TPS) sensor / manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor - implausible signal / Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor A circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Opel.
Subaru
1 interpretationThe control module detected that the Starter voltage stayed above the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Subaru.
Possible causes
- Starter motor circuit
- wiring short to positive
- ECM
Toyota
1 interpretationThe control module detected improper operation of the Accelerator pedal position (APP) circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Toyota.
Possible causes
- Wiring
- APP sensor
- ECM
VAG
2 interpretationsThe control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) 1, Bank 2 - heater circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.
Possible causes
- Wiring open circuit
- HO2S
The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) heater circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.
Possible causes
- Wiring open circuit
- HO2S
Volvo
1 interpretationThe control module detected that the Barometric pressure (BARO) signal stayed below the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volvo.
Possible causes
- Wiring short to ground
- BARO sensor
- ECM
Related and nearby codes
How to read P1120
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P1120
What does P1120 mean?
Diagnostic Trouble Code (17 interpretations). The control module detected improper operation of the Throttle control unit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Alfa Romeo.
Is P1120 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P1120 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Alfa Romeo, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Land Rover, Lexus, Mazda, MINI, Nissan, Opel, Subaru, Toyota, VAG, Volvo. The same number can mean something different on other brands.
Can TuningBot remove P1120 at file level?
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Other file services
Understand the system behind this code: Oxygen Sensors (Lambda)
