What does P1216 mean on a Ford?

P1216. Pedal Position Sensor C Circuit High Input. Applies to F-150, Super Duty with three-channel pedal sensors.

What causes P1216 on a Ford?

Open channel C circuit Channel C shorted to voltage Failed pedal assembly Broken wire in the pedal harness Connector damage

How do I fix P1216 on a Ford?

Test channel C continuity Check for shorts to power Measure channel C sweep voltage Repair wiring faults Replace the pedal assembly if the circuit is good

Code

P1216

Pedal Position Sensor C Circuit High Input

Category: Powertrain - Fuel/Air Metering
Severity: Check Engine Light
Applies to: F-150, Super Duty with three-channel pedal sensors
Related: P0120 Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction on OBD Codes List

Findings, check these first

Open channel C circuit
Channel C shorted to voltage
Failed pedal assembly
Broken wire in the pedal harness
Connector damage

Standard procedure

Test channel C continuity
Check for shorts to power
Measure channel C sweep voltage
Repair wiring faults
Replace the pedal assembly if the circuit is good

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Sources and review

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OBDII.pro: P1216 Ford definition
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P1216 FORD Code: Meaning, Causes, and Symptoms | OBD2 Codes
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Supports: Ford meaning for P1216: Pedal Position Sensor ‘C’ Circuit High Input
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Last updated 2026-09-05.

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