{"id":71821,"date":"2022-09-06T01:37:12","date_gmt":"2022-09-06T08:37:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=71821"},"modified":"2023-09-04T18:55:38","modified_gmt":"2023-09-05T01:55:38","slug":"p2102-code-throttle-actuator-a-control-motor-circuit-low","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/p2102-code-throttle-actuator-a-control-motor-circuit-low\/","title":{"rendered":"P2102 Code: Throttle Actuator \u201cA\u201d Control Motor Circuit Low"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_c7966f-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_c7966f-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_c7966f-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_c7966f-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_c7966f-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_c7966f-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_c7966f-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_c7966f-79{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_c7966f-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_c7966f-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_c7966f-79 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-05d391  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-e5016b\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_5aba0a-9d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_5aba0a-9d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_5aba0a-9d\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_5aba0a-9d mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_5aba0a-9d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_5aba0a-9d\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_5aba0a-9d img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_5aba0a-9d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_5aba0a-9d\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_5aba0a-9d summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_5aba0a-9d\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>DTC P2102 stands for &ldquo;Throttle Actuator &lsquo;A&rsquo; Control Motor Circuit Low.&rdquo; It&rsquo;s triggered when the PCM detects an electrical issue in the throttle actuator &ldquo;A&rdquo; circuit.<\/li><li>Open circuits, a faulty throttle actuator, or a defective PCM are some of the problems that could trigger the code.<\/li><li>The most common symptoms of P2102 include a lit check engine light, a fixed idle speed, and an engine that struggles to accelerate.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Have you encountered a P2102 code on your scanner tool? This code is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/search-obd2-codes-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"diagnostic trouble code (DTC)\">diagnostic trouble code (DTC)<\/a> that indicates an issue with your vehicle. Resolving a P2102 code requires a certain level of auto knowledge. If you&rsquo;re planning to fix your vehicle, we recommend reading the rest of this article to get a better understanding of the P2102 code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Does the P2102 Code Mean?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>P2102 stands for &ldquo;Throttle Actuator &lsquo;A&rsquo; Control Motor Circuit Low.&rdquo; It&rsquo;s a generic powertrain code for vehicles with electric <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/throttle-actuator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"throttle actuators\">throttle actuators<\/a> in their engines. This code frequently appears in some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/ford\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Ford\">Ford<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/nissan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Nissan\">Nissan<\/a> models.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/throttle-body-and-actuator-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"throttle body and actuator\" class=\"wp-image-71837\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/throttle-body-and-actuator-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/throttle-body-and-actuator-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/throttle-body-and-actuator-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/throttle-body-and-actuator-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/throttle-body-and-actuator-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/throttle-body-and-actuator.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Your car&rsquo;s PCM can store a P2102 code if it detects an electrical issue in the throttle actuator &ldquo;A&rdquo; circuit.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The vehicle&rsquo;s powertrain control module (PCM) can store a P2102 code if it detects an electrical issue in the throttle actuator &ldquo;A&rdquo; circuit. Normally, the PCM receives voltage signals from coolant temp, intake air temp, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-does-car-rpm-stand-for\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"engine rpm\">engine rpm<\/a>, and air conditioning system pressure sensors to operate the throttle actuator &ldquo;A.&rdquo; A problem that triggers this code can lead to low power and engine damage. The PCM cannot fully compensate for this electrical failure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If left unaddressed, the issues that set a P2102 code can cause more problems for your vehicle. You must address these problems immediately to prevent expensive part replacements and repairs down the line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Note:<\/strong> The definition of code P2102 might be different depending on the vehicle manufacturer. Consult the appropriate repair manual or repair database for the exact code definition.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Common Causes of the P2102 Code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some issues can trigger a P2102 code. Here are their most frequent causes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The throttle actuator &ldquo;A&rdquo; circuit is opened or shorted<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-is-a-throttle-actuator-function-and-symptoms-of-failure-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Faulty throttle actuator\">Faulty throttle actuator<\/a><\/li><li>Defective PCM<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/driving-a-car-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"driving a car\" class=\"wp-image-71838\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/driving-a-car-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/driving-a-car-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/driving-a-car-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/driving-a-car-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/driving-a-car-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/driving-a-car.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Your car may exhibit fixed idle speed or may even be unable to accelerate if it has a registered P2102 code.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Common Symptoms of the P2102 Code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A P2102 code can be accompanied by other DTCs like P2100, P2101, and P2103. If you notice some symptoms not listed here, your PCM might have more than one DTC stored. Here are some common symptoms of the problems that set a P2102 code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/check-engine-light-flashing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Illuminated check engine light\">Illuminated check engine light<\/a><\/li><li>Fixed idle speed<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/my-car-wont-accelerate-properly-when-i-push-the-gas-causes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Unable to accelerate\">Unable to accelerate<\/a> engine<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Diagnose the P2102 Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The following video can be used as reference when diagnosing this code, but you still have to do some research because your vehicle might have different diagnostic steps. Some components might have different names and locations depending on the vehicle&rsquo;s make, model, and powertrain. Make sure to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/why-you-should-always-consult-a-repair-manual\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"consult your vehicle&rsquo;s repair manual\">consult your vehicle&rsquo;s repair manual<\/a> before attempting any diagnosis or repairs. For instance, the specific steps to resolve a P2102 code for an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/audi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Audi\">Audi<\/a> might not be the same for a Ford.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"HYUNDAI SONATA CODE P2100 P2101 P2102 P2103 ENGINE LIGHT ON FIX\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2EwAv4TJzjw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Fix the P2102 Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There&rsquo;s no single solution for resolving a P2102 code. You&rsquo;ll have to identify the root causes of this code to come up with the right fix. There will be times when you&rsquo;ll need to replace a single part and times when you&rsquo;ll need to overhaul an entire circuit. It all depends on the severity of the issue. We recommend looking up technical service bulletins that are related to your vehicle&rsquo;s problems to speed up your research. Chilton has repair manuals that can help you identify the names and locations of parts in your vehicle. ALLDATA offers a subscription service that supplies specific information about your vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It isn&rsquo;t simple to troubleshoot DTCs. If you lack the necessary abilities and knowledge, P2102 code repairs might be best left to a qualified mechanic.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Have you encountered a P2102 code on your scanner tool? 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