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Throttle Position Sensor - Service

Model Year 1983

Bulletin No. 83-192

File in Group 64a

Number 23

Date Oct. '83
SUBJECT: THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS) SERVICE

MODELS AFFECTED: ALL 1983 VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L AND 1.8L FUEL INJECTED ENGINES


All 1983 2.5L and 1.8L fuel injected vehicles were built with Throttle Position Sensors (TPS) that are nonadjustable.

When servicing these vehicles for TPS related conditions, the closed throttle voltage check should be made. If specified voltage reading cannot be obtained (.450 to 1.250 volts) the sensor must be replaced.