Powertrain, generic (extended)

P2116 Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor E Minimum Stop Performance

Check engine lightOn
EmissionsRelevant
Drive cycleNot required
Limp modePossible

The code covers the rest-position check of signal E. Ford, GM and Mitsubishi assign E to the second accelerator pedal sensor, which on many pedals runs at roughly half the voltage of sensor D (GM: APP 2 between 0.16 and 2.3 V). If the reading with the pedal released lies outside the learned or calibrated window, P2116 can be stored. No manufacturer documents this code publicly. Circuit faults of the same sensor are reported separately (P2125, P2127-P2129) and disagreement between D and E as P2138; P2115 and P2117 handle D and F. Typical effects are a warning lamp, an unsteady idle and limited throttle response.

Likely causes

Pedal held off its stop by floor mat or sticking pivot
Worn or contaminated sensor track E
Moisture or corrosion at the pedal connector

Symptoms

  • Warning lamp on
  • Unsteady or raised idle
  • Limited throttle response

Repair estimate

DifficultyEasyDIY possible
Parts and labour€0–350
Time0.2–1 h

Typical range across vehicles; the real cost depends on what the testing finds.

Parts involved

accelerator pedal position sensoraccelerator pedalecm

Related codes

P2115P2117P2125P2127P2128P2138

References: law.cornell.edu, gsi.ext.gm.com, newtonnet.co.uk, patents.google.com.