P2111 on Jeep
Throttle Actuator Control System - Stuck Open
P2111 on Jeep vehicles indicates throttle actuator control system - stuck open. Au7o has documented this code across 1 Jeep model — most commonly on Grand Cherokee. This code sets when the throttle actuator control (electronic throttle) system detects that the throttle plate is stuck in an open position and is not closing as commanded. Modern engines use a 'drive-by-wire' throttle where a motor moves the throttle plate based on accelerator pedal input, and dual position sensors confirm its actual angle. When the computer commands the throttle to close but the sensors show it remaining open, it sets this code and typically forces the engine into a reduced-power 'limp' mode for safety. It generally points to a mechanical bind, a failing throttle motor, or sensor issues inside the throttle body. Typical repair costs on Jeep range from $150 to $650, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Common Causes of P2111
- •Carbon buildup binding the throttle plate
- •Faulty throttle body motor or actuator
- •Failed throttle position sensor inside the throttle body
- •Stuck or damaged throttle plate return mechanism
- •Wiring or connector fault at the throttle body
- •Debris or foreign object obstructing the throttle plate
- •Faulty engine control module driver circuit
P2111 on Jeep by Model
Jeep Grand Cherokee(1 issue)
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light and Throttle Body Failure Causing Limp Mode (3.6L Pentastar)2011-2022
The amber lightning-bolt-in-parentheses 'Electronic Throttle Control' (ETC) warning is one of the most frequently reported faults on Pentastar-era Grand Cherokees. A contaminated or worn electronic throttle body, a failing throttle position sensor, or a corroded throttle-body connector causes the PCM to drop the engine into a reduced-power 'limp' state, with sudden loss of acceleration, surging, rough idle, or stalling. Owners frequently report the light clearing temporarily after a restart, then returning. Some cases are actually triggered by an out-of-range oil-temperature sensor or a stuck thermostat rather than the throttle body itself, so diagnosis before parts replacement is important.
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What does P2111 mean on Jeep?▼
P2111 stands for "Throttle Actuator Control System - Stuck Open." This code sets when the throttle actuator control (electronic throttle) system detects that the throttle plate is stuck in an open position and is not closing as commanded. Modern engines use a 'drive-by-wire' throttle where a motor moves the throttle plate based on accelerator pedal input, and dual position sensors confirm its actual angle. When the computer commands the throttle to close but the sensors show it remaining open, it sets this code and typically forces the engine into a reduced-power 'limp' mode for safety. It generally points to a mechanical bind, a failing throttle motor, or sensor issues inside the throttle body. On Jeep specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P2111 on Jeep vehicles?▼
Common causes on Jeep: Carbon buildup binding the throttle plate, Faulty throttle body motor or actuator, Failed throttle position sensor inside the throttle body, Stuck or damaged throttle plate return mechanism, Wiring or connector fault at the throttle body. Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P2111 on a Jeep?▼
Repair costs on Jeep range from $150 to $650, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Which Jeep models have P2111 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P2111 on 1 Jeep model: Grand Cherokee.