C3381 Trouble Code

View C3381 obd/2 error code description and symptoms. C3381 engine photo

The Throttle Position sensor signals the Engine Control Module as to the current position of the engine throttle valve.
The current throttle valve opening is based on the driver's input from the gas pedal. The ECM uses the information from this sensor to help calculate fuel delivery and spark timing.

To check for an open circuit, trace along the length of the transmission control circuit, checking for breaks in the wiring. Repair any broken wiring and make sure all connectors are fully seated and locked.Pay close attention to connectors, looking for corrosion, bent or broken pins, or moisture in the connector. Repair any connector issues even if they are not specifically part of the transmission control circuit as they may serve a function in providing power to the transmission control circuit.

C3381 Error Code Repair Process :

For mirror passenger horizontal feedback potentiometer circuit open check engine light is perhaps the most troubling of lights because it could mean so many different things, from you didn't screw the gas cap on tightly enough to look out for pistons flying through the hood and into the stratosphere. The easiest way to find out what this light is telling you is to hook your vehicle up to a scan tool. C3381 error code diagnostic tool looks a little like an oversized calculator and plugs into a communication port inside the car. After you instruct it to perform the scan, it speaks mirror passenger horizontal feedback potentiometer circuit open with your car's computers to find out exactly what's prompting the light to turn on.

C3381 is a kind of Chassis Trouble Code

Diagnosing chassis noises can be one of the most frustrating problems technicians face. Fortunately, manufacturers have engineered noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) diagnostic techniques and equipment to find the source of the noise.

Common Causes of C3381

A common cause of code C3381 is the failure of Mirror Passenger Horizontal Feedback Potentiometer Circuit Open, but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;

Damaged ECM
Dirty Oil
Faulty ignition coil (s)
Fuel injectors harness is open or shorted

C3381 code for all cars

You can view according C3381 DTC for your car model. We selected several models to see obd2 solutions click and view it.

+C3381 Ansaldo 4cs

+C3381 Citroen Tub

+C3381 Ford Equator

+C3381 Packard Executive

+C3381 Suzuki Grand Vitara

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