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P2106 Dodge Code - Throttle Actuator Control System - Forced Limited Power

Quick Answer

The electronic Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) is a DC motor controlled by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Common causes include Throttle Actuator Control Motor is stuck open or closed, Faulty Throttle Actuator Control Motor, Throttle Actuator Control Motor harness is open or shorted. 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: P2106 Dodge indicates Throttle Actuator Control System - Forced Limited Power.
Common causes: Common causes include Throttle Actuator Control Motor is stuck open or closed, Faulty Throttle Actuator Control Motor, Throttle Actuator Control Motor harness is open or shorted.
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 23,078

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Intermediate (2 / 3)

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Code P2106 Dodge Description

The electronic Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) is a DC motor controlled by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). There are 2 designs for the TAC, parallel and inline. The parallel design has the motor under the bore parallel to the plate shaft. The motor housing is integrated into the main housing. The inline design has a separate motor housing. An internal spring is used in both designs to return the throttle plate to a default position. The default position is typically a throttle angle of 7 to 8 degrees from the hard stop angle. The closed throttle plate hard stop prevents the throttle from binding in the bore. This hard stop setting is not adjustable and is set to result in less airflow than the minimum engine airflow required at idle. The P2106 code is set when the TAC system is in the Failure Mode Effects Management (FMEM) mode of forced limited power. The P2106 indicates the FMEM action is in effect due to a concern in an Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) related component or module

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P2106 Dodge?

Throttle Actuator Control Motor is stuck open or closed
Faulty Throttle Actuator Control Motor
Throttle Actuator Control Motor harness is open or shorted
Throttle Actuator Control Motor circuit poor electrical connection
Faulty Powertrain Control Module (PCM)

How to Fix the DTC P2106 Dodge?

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 P2106 Dodge 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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william
Date: September 7, 2014 at 8:08 pm

how do I fix the problem that is giving me this code p2106

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OBDIITech
Date: September 8, 2014 at 4:49 pm

What model and year is your vehicle?

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steven
Date: December 18, 2014 at 1:14 pm

2003 5.7 dodge hemi magnum

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Arlied
Date: July 27, 2015 at 8:10 pm

I have a 2008 aveo ls how do I fix this code p2110, p2135 , p2101 and p2106??? Any help appreciated

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OBDIITech
Date: July 29, 2015 at 10:16 pm

All code are related to the throttle actuator. You could start by inspecting or replacing the throttle body.
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John Stolle
Date: January 9, 2018 at 3:00 pm

did you have code P2106 with the lighting bolt on and be in limp mode

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SHARK
Date: April 3, 2019 at 12:03 am

Can it possibly be from driving with 2feet?

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OBDIITech
Date: April 3, 2019 at 2:00 am

No, I doubt driving with 2 feet will cause that problem.

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