OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P241C Throttle Actuator Control System Ice Blockage Bank 2
The throttle actuator on bank 2 cannot move because of ice formation - typical for very cold ambient temperature with humid intake. Engine de-ices on warm-up.
Is it safe to drive with P241C?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyIce in throttle bore
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
- Easy
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.1–0.5 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- Throttle Actuator B2
Related codes
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.