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P0884 BMW Fault Code

Check P0884 OBD Fault Code Reason
Description:

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.

P0884 Code Symptoms :

See P0884 in engine

When you turn on the ignition, the Service Engine Soon or Check Engine P0884 light should flash briefly, indicating that the OBD system is ready to scan your vehicle for any malfunctions. After this brief flash, the light should stay off while you drive as long as no problems are detected. If so, you'll be glad to know that your vehicle is equipped with an early warning system that could save you time, money, and fuel in addition to helping protect the P0884!

Diagnosis And Repairing P0884

P0884 OBD2 reports a sensor fault, replacement of the sensor is unlikely to resolve the underlying problem. The fault is most likely to be caused by the systems that the sensor is monitoring, but might even be caused by the wiring to the sensor itself.

How to fix P0884 code ?

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  • Faulty Air Flow Meter
  • Air fuel ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 Bank 1 harness is open or shorted
  • Faulty Air fuel ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 Bank 1
  • Faulty oil control valve (OCV)

At this point we are assuming that the fuses and relays are good. You will need to locate the PCM/TCM and the power input signal circuit using your vehicle information source.

Unplug the connector from the PCM/TCM, place the ignition switch in the ON position, and probe the appropriate circuit with the positive test lead of the DVOM.

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