OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0224 Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch B Circuit Intermittent
Intermittent signal from throttle position sensor B (electronic throttle systems use redundant sensors).
Is it safe to drive with P0224?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyConnector loose or corroded
- Less likelyConnector with intermittent contact under vibration
- Less likelyHarness routed against vibrating component
Symptoms
- Check engine light on
- Reduced throttle response, possible limp mode
- Hesitation or surging
- Idle too high or too low
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.5–3 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Throttle Position Sensor B, Sensor Wiring
Related codes
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Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.