Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor: Service and Repair

ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SENSOR REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the closeout/insulator panel from under the dashboard on the drivers side.




2. Disconnect the accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor electrical connector from the accelerator pedal module.

NOTE: Handle the electronic throttle control components carefully. Use cleanliness in order to prevent damage. Do not drop the electronic throttle control components. Do not roughly handle the electronic throttle control components. Do not immerse the electronic throttle control components in cleaning solvents of any type.

3. Remove the APP sensor mounting bolts.
4. Remove the APP sensor from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Position the APP sensor to the mounting plate.
2. Install the APP sensor mounting bolts.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice.

Tighten the APP sensor mounting bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

3. Connect the APP sensor electrical connector.
4. Operate the accelerator pedal and observe the APP angles using a scan tool. The accelerator pedal should operate freely, without binding between closed throttle and wide open throttle.
5. Install the closeout/insulator panel.