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  1. #1 Have a few DTC's P0121, P0521, P0523 
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    I have an idea what is causing my car to run like pooh;

    -DTC P0121, which is for a bad TPS. I just ordered a new TB to fix this issue.
    -DTC P0521 & P0523 are both for Low oil pressure/low oil level/faulty electronics.

    I haven't done much to the car lately except an oil change, and the oil level is fine. Could a bad throttle body be causing all of these problems? Could it cause the engine to constantly switch from 4 to 8 cylinders, consume oil & lose pressure? I honestly don't know. But, when driving it does feel like the car is either knocking, switching from 4 to 8 cylinders or shifting. Any help at all will be appreciated. =]
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  2. #2 Re: Have a few DTC's P0121, P0521, P0523 
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    did you check your engine level....
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  3. #3 Re: Have a few DTC's P0121, P0521, P0523 
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    engine oil level
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  4. #4 Re: Have a few DTC's P0121, P0521, P0523 
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    I did. Oil level is fine. Guys on LS1Tech say the P0521 is caused by a bad Oil Pressure sensor. Still unsure what caused the P0523.
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    Replaced oil Pressure sensor. Car suns a wee bit better. Still acts like its missfireing and the tailpipes are turning black fast. Doubt that's caused by a bad TPS. I bet I have a nasty consumption problem...
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    Had my Throttle body replaced under warranty around 45k and just had my oil pressure switch replaced.
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    I replaced both out of pocket. Not sure I needed to. Codes went away after cleaning TB and adding a quart of oil. =\
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