AutoCodes – Generic – P1192

P1192 Code - Electronic Throttle System Limp home - Target Follow Malfunction

Quick Answer

The Electronic Throttle System (ETS) consists of ETS unit, ETS-motor, Accelerator Position Sensor (APS),Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) and Limp home valve. Common causes include Faulty Electronic Throttle System (ETS) Motor, Faulty Electronic Throttle System (ETS), Electronic Throttle System(ETS)unit. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

What it means
P1192 indicates Electronic Throttle System Limp home - Target Follow Malfunction.
Common causes
Common causes include Faulty Electronic Throttle System (ETS) Motor, Faulty Electronic Throttle System (ETS), Electronic Throttle System(ETS)unit.
Severity
High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
Can I drive?
Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.
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Code Popularity 36,127
How popular is this code, among other codes? Low
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Code P1192 Description

The Electronic Throttle System (ETS) consists of ETS unit, ETS-motor, Accelerator Position Sensor (APS),Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) and Limp home valve.
Among above-mentioned parts, Limp home valve is attached under the throttle body and helps air to flow from the outside through this valve to the engine combustion chamber to prevent the vehicle from engine stall when Powertrain Control Module (PCM) detects ETS system malfunction.
OBDII Code P1192 - Electronic Throttle System Limp home - Target Follow Malfunction - AutoCodes.com
P1192 Code - Electronic Throttle System Limp home - Target Follow Malfunction

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P1192?

  • Faulty Electronic Throttle System (ETS) Motor
  • Faulty Electronic Throttle System (ETS)
  • Electronic Throttle System(ETS)unit
  • Electronic Throttle System(ETS) harness is open or shorted
  • Electronic Throttle System(ETS) circuit poor electrical connection

How to Fix the DTC P1192?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P1192 code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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Information for Specific Makes

About the author: William Orellana is a Master Mechanic and Mechanical Engineer with over 30 years of experience diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Learn more about his background.

Frequently Asked Questions about P1192 Code

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Discuss the causes and fixes for P1192 OBDII Code

  • 1192 fault code on Porsche cayenne 2004

  • Please doble check the code. I checked the factory service manual and there is no P1192 code listed for your model year. It could be the P1092 which is for the MAF.

    P1092 Porsche - Hot Film Mass Air Flow Sensor Under Limit Value

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  • Hi, I have the same P1192 fault code on my Porsche Cayenne 2004. Can You please tell me what the problem is?

    Christer

  • I have a 2006 Porsche Cayenne Turbo with this code. I am told it is indicating "excessive slippage" internal to the torque converter. The torque converter was just replaced with a stage 2 upgrade. My mechanic told me it may be the fluid level/viscosity or the TC itself. We are still troubleshooting.

  • Thanks for reply... I have replaced the torque converter, switch unit triptronic, wiring harness and ECO module in the gearbox. New oil, filter and i have flusched the gearbox twice. The problem is still there... The Porsche shop have no idea what the problem is....
    I have been told that the MAF sensor, or TPC maybe is broken. I will son try to clean the TPC and change the MAF sensors. I let you know when its done...

  • Hi, I have change the trottle Body and the MAF sensors and the problem is still there. Have You fix your car? I'm still trouble shooting....

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