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P1120

Throttle Position Sensor 1 Circuit

2004-2007 Buick Rainier 4.2L I6

High SeverityPowertrain

Description

The PCM detected a malfunction in the Throttle Position Sensor 1 circuit. This code is set when the TP sensor signal is erratic or out of expected range during operation.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Erratic or no throttle response
  • Reduced Engine Power mode
  • Stalling
  • Rough idle

Common Causes

  • Faulty throttle position sensor
  • Corroded TP sensor connector
  • Damaged wiring to TP sensor
  • Throttle body failure
  • PCM failure (rare)

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Test TP sensor voltage at idle and WOT
  2. Inspect TP sensor connector for corrosion
  3. Check wiring continuity
  4. Monitor TP sensor with scan tool through range
  5. Test 5-volt reference supply

Repair Notes

Replace throttle position sensor or throttle body assembly. Clean connectors.

Related Codes

P0120Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A CircuitP0121Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Range/PerformanceP0122Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Low InputP0123Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit High InputP1121TP Sensor Circuit Intermittent High VoltageP1121TP Sensor Circuit Intermittent High VoltageP1121TP Sensor Circuit Intermittent High VoltageP1121TP Sensor Circuit Intermittent High VoltageP1121TP Sensor Circuit Intermittent High VoltageP1121TP Sensor Circuit Intermittent High VoltageP1121TP Sensor Circuit Intermittent High VoltageP1121Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Range/PerformanceP1121TPS Signal Not Consistent with MAF SignalP1121Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Range/PerformanceP1121Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Range/PerformanceP1121Throttle Position Lower Than ExpectedP1121TP Sensor Circuit Intermittent High VoltageP1121TP Sensor Inconsistent with MAF SensorP1121TP Sensor Inconsistent with MAF SensorP1121TP Sensor Inconsistent with MAF SensorP1121Throttle Position Lower Than ExpectedP1122Throttle Position Higher Than ExpectedP1122Throttle Position Higher Than Expected

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Common Questions

What does code P1120 mean on a 2004-2007 Buick Rainier?

P1120 stands for "Throttle Position Sensor 1 Circuit". The PCM detected a malfunction in the Throttle Position Sensor 1 circuit. This code is set when the TP sensor signal is erratic or out of expected range during operation.

What are the symptoms of P1120 on a Buick Rainier?

Common symptoms of P1120 include: Check Engine Light, Erratic or no throttle response, Reduced Engine Power mode, Stalling, Rough idle.

What causes P1120 on a 2004-2007 Buick Rainier?

Common causes of P1120 include: Faulty throttle position sensor, Corroded TP sensor connector, Damaged wiring to TP sensor, Throttle body failure, PCM failure (rare).

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