Throttle Position Sensor: Service and Repair

Throttle Position (TP) Sensor:

NOTE: Since TP configurations can be mounted interchangeably, be sure to order the correct one for your engine with the identical part number of the one being replaced.

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Electrical connector.
2. Two TP sensor attaching screw assemblies.
3. TP sensor from throttle body assembly.

NOTE: The TP sensor is an electrical component and must not be soaked in any liquid cleaner or solvent, as damage may result.

INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. With throttle valve in normally closed position, install TP sensor on throttle shaft and rotate counter clockwise to align mounting hole.
2. TP sensor attaching screw assemblies, precoated with appropriate thread.locking compound. Tighten Screw assemblies to 2.0 Nm (18.0 lb. in.).
3. Electrical connector.
4. Check for TP sensor output as follows:
^ Connect scan tool scanner to read TP sensor output voltage.
^ With ignition "ON" and engine stopped, TP sensor voltage should be less than 0.85 volt. If more than 0.85 volt, replace TP sensor.