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. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side (Service and Repair) or Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side (Service and Repair).





Caution: 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.

2. Disconnect the accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor electrical connector from the accelerator pedal module.
3. Remove the nuts from the APP sensor mounting plate and remove the APP sensor from the front of dash.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the APP sensor to the front of dash.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the APP sensor mounting nuts and tighten to 9 Nm (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. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side (Service and Repair) or Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side (Service and Repair).