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P1221 Honda - Throttle motor position sensor 1/2 - signal variation

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for Honda. All interpretations of P1221

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What P1221 means

P1221
Throttle motor position sensor 1/2 - signal variation Honda · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Throttle motor position sensor 1/2 - signal variation circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Honda.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • throttle control unit
  • ECM

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1221

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

221

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1221

What does P1221 mean?

Throttle motor position sensor 1/2 - signal variation. The control module detected a fault associated with the Throttle motor position sensor 1/2 - signal variation circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Honda.

Is P1221 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1221 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Honda. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1221 at file level?

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