OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2115 Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor A Minimum Stop Performance
The minimum stop calibration of throttle position sensor A is outside the expected range during the ECU self-check. The signal at fully closed throttle does not match the stored reference, indicating a mechanical or sensor issue.
Is it safe to drive with P2115?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyThrottle plate sticking due to carbon
- PossibleInternal sensor fault
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
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Throttle Position Sensor, Throttle Body
Related codes
- P2109Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor A Minimum Stop Performance
- P2116Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor B Minimum Stop Performance
- P2117Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor C Minimum Stop Performance
- P2112Throttle Actuator Control System — Stuck Closed
- P2113Throttle Actuator Control System Forced Limited RPM
- P2114Throttle Actuator Control System Forced Below Limit RPM
- P2118Throttle Actuator Control Motor Current Range/Performance
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.