Description
Throttle Pedal Potentiometer Citroën C5 Peugeot 407. With Cruise Control Switch – Kickdown. Tested, All Values OK
This Electronic Throttle Pedal Assembly Is A Direct-Replacement Potentiometer Unit Designed For Citroën C5 And Peugeot 407 Applications. It Integrates The Accelerator Position Sensor With A Cruise Control (Kickdown) Switch, Providing Precise Position Feedback To The Engine Control Unit. Ideal For Professional Mechanics And Skilled Do-It-Yourselfers, This Part Restores Smooth Throttle Response, Eliminates Hesitation And Cruise Control Faults, And Carries The Common OEM And Aftermarket Reference Numbers Used In Search Queries.
Technical Information
- Manufacturer: Bosch
- Model: Citroën C5, Peugeot 407
- Product Codes: 9650341780, 0280755012, F00C3E2429
- Other Numbers: 1601Q4, 1601Q0
Installation Recommendations
Follow Standard Safety Procedures Before Starting Work. Recommended Steps:
- Disconnect Battery Negative Terminal To Prevent Unwanted Throttle Signals.
- Remove Lower Dash Or Footwell Trim To Access The Pedal Assembly.
- Unplug The Electrical Connector And Carefully Release Any Retaining Clips.
- Remove Mounting Bolts, Replace The Pedal Assembly, And Refit Bolts To The Original Tightening Torque.
- Reconnect The Electrical Connector And Battery, Then Cycle Ignition To Allow The ECU To Recognize The New Sensor.
- Check For Stored Fault Codes And Clear If Necessary; Verify Throttle Response And Cruise Control Operation During A Road Test.
This Part Is Typically Plug-And-Play On The Listed Models, But Always Observe Vehicle-Specific Procedures And Safety Precautions When Working Near Pedals And Wiring.
Common Failure Reasons
Throttle Pedal Potentiometers Fail For Several Typical Reasons:
- Wear Of Internal Potentiometer Tracks Causing Erratic Or Inaccurate Signal Output.
- Contamination Or Moisture Ingress Leading To Corrosion And Intermittent Contact.
- Mechanical Damage Or Excessive Play From Repeated Stress Or Impact.
- Connector Corrosion Or Wiring Harness Damage Resulting In Poor Electrical Contact.
- Failure Of The Integrated Cruise Control (Kickdown) Switch Affecting Cruise Or Downshift Signals.
Symptoms To Watch For Include Hesitation Under Acceleration, Unstable Idle, Cruise Control Malfunctions, Check Engine Light, Reduced Power Or Limp-Home Mode. Typical Service Life Varies With Use, But Failures Are More Common After High Mileage Or In Vehicles Exposed To Moisture And Road Contaminants.
