Powertrain, generic (extended)

P2EB0 Throttle Valve Intake Air Pressure Sensor Circuit

Check engine lightOn
EmissionsRelevant
Drive cycleNot required
Limp modePossible

P2EB0 concerns the sensor that measures air pressure at the inlet of the throttle valve, i.e. between charger or air filter and throttle. On turbo engines this is the reading Ford calls TIP and GM TIAP; both makers, however, report faults of that sensor under the boost sensor codes P0236–P0238, and no manufacturer documents P2EB0 publicly. Ford's gasoline summary shows how widely the value is used: its PCV monitor P2282 needs a healthy TIP sensor before it runs. Bosch's comparable sensor sends pressure and temperature either on two analogue lines or digitally over a single SENT line, where garbled or missing messages would fit a general circuit code like this one. Low and high faults are P2EB1 and P2EB2.

Likely causes

Loose, corroded or oil-wetted connector at the sensor
Intermittent break in signal, reference or ground wire
Failed sensor electronics, e.g. SENT output

Symptoms

  • Check engine lamp on
  • Reduced boost or hesitant acceleration if a substitute value is used
  • Other air system checks such as the PCV monitor may not run

Repair estimate

DifficultyEasyDIY possible
Parts and labour€60–350
Time0.3–1.5 h

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

Parts involved

throttle valve intake air pressure sensorwiring harnessecm

Related codes

P2EB1P2EB2P2EB3P0235

References: fordservicecontent.com, bosch-mobility.com, image-ppubs.uspto.gov, law.cornell.edu.