OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)

P210E Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch C/F Voltage Correlation

The redundant throttle or accelerator pedal position channels C and F disagree by more than the allowed tolerance. Drive-by-wire systems compare two or three independent channels to detect a faulty potentiometer track.

Is it safe to drive with P210E?

The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.

Common causes

  • Most likelyOne potentiometer track worn — voltage drift
  • PossibleWater in pedal connector

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
0.5–2 h
Emissions test
Likely to fail
Parts involved
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor, Throttle Position Sensor

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.