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Throttle Position Sensor: Service and Repair


1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Disconnect throttle position sensor electrical connector.
3. Scribe a reference mark across edge of sensor and to throttle body to ensure correct position during installation.
4. Remove two sensor attaching screws, then the sensor and gasket.
5. Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
a. Slide the throttle position sensor rotary tangs into position over throttle shaft blade, then rotate sensor clockwise to align scribe marks.
b. Torque sensor attaching screws to 11 - 16 inch lbs.