P2131Accelerator pedal position (APP) / Throttle position (TP) sensor/switch F - circuit range/performance problem
Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.
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What P2131 means
P2131
Accelerator pedal position (APP) / Throttle position (TP) sensor/switch F - circuit range/performance problem
Generic · engine
Data confidence78%
The control module judged the Accelerator pedal position (APP) / Throttle position (TP) sensor/switch F signal implausible: it stayed inside electrical limits but did not match the value expected for the current operating conditions.
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
2
Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.
131
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P2131
What does P2131 mean?
Accelerator pedal position (APP) / Throttle position (TP) sensor/switch F - circuit range/performance problem. The control module judged the Accelerator pedal position (APP) / Throttle position (TP) sensor/switch F signal implausible: it stayed inside electrical limits but did not match the value expected for the current operating conditions.
Is P2131 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P2131 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.
Can TuningBot remove P2131 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.