Throttle Position Sensor: Service and Repair

Throttle Position Sensor:

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect Throttle Position (TP) sensor from fuel charging wiring.
2. Remove two TP sensor retaining screws.
3. Remove TP sensor.

INSTALLATION
1. Install TP sensor. Make sure that rotary tangs on sensor are in proper alignment and that the red seal is inside the connector housing.

CAUTION: Slide rotary tangs into position over throttle shaft blade, then rotate TP sensor CLOCKWISE to installed position only. Failure to install the TP sensor in this manner may result in excessive idle speeds.

NOTE: This TP sensor is not adjustable.

2. Secure sensor to throttle body with two retaining screws. Tighten to 3-4 Nm (27-35 in lb).
3. Install electrical connector to sensor.