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2001 Kia Optima LX 2.5L Surge, Cuts out
Posted to Asian Driveability on 1/15/2002 2 Replies

TPS Code P0121 appears after a 5km drive (engine at operating temp). The vehicle will surge violently as the PCM turns the injectors on and off. The car idles ok, does not stall, and WOT operation is excellent. I have verified the correct voltage from TPS to P...

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Message Closed w/FIX

car Vehicle Data

2001 Kia Optima LX

VIN KNAGD12491
Engine2.5 L / 6 cyl / GAS
Trans4-speed Automatic (Electronic)
DeliveryFI / SEFI
EmissionsOBD-II Compliant
SymptomsSurge, Cuts Out
OccursHot, on Accel, Cruise
Misc.Magentis - Cdn Model of Optima

Trouble Codes

P0121Throttle Position Sensor Range/Performance
Message Closed w/FIX

car Vehicle Data

2001 Kia Optima LX

VIN KNAGD12491
Engine2.5 L / 6 cyl / GAS
Trans4-speed Automatic (Electronic)
DeliveryFI / SEFI
EmissionsOBD-II Compliant
SymptomsSurge, Cuts Out
OccursHot, on Accel, Cruise
Misc.Magentis - Cdn Model of Optima

Trouble Codes

P0121Throttle Position Sensor Range/Performance