Throttle Position Sensor: Service and Repair

THROTTLE POSITION (TP) SENSOR







Removal

Vehicles equipped with a 4.6L (3V) engine
1. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe.







2. Remove the bolts and position the heated positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) fitting and hoses aside.
- Remove and discard the O-ring seal.

All vehicles
3. Disconnect the throttle position (TP) sensor electrical connector.


4. CAUTION: Failure to remove the TP sensor screws in the following manner will result in damage to the screws. First loosen the screws 1-2 full turns using a hand tool and then use a suitable high-speed driver to complete the removal.

Remove and discard the 2 screws and the TP sensor.

Installation

All vehicles

1. CAUTION:
- Do not reuse the TP sensor and screws. A new TP sensor and screws must be installed.
- Do not use a high-speed driver to install the new screws or damage to the TP sensor can occur.

NOTE: When installing the new TP sensor, make sure that the radial locator tab on the TP sensor is aligned with the radial locator hole on the throttle body.

Position the new TP sensor and install the 2 new screws.
- Tighten to 3 Nm (27 lb-in).

2. Connect the TP sensor electrical connector.

Vehicles equipped with a 4.6L (3V) engine







3. Install a new O-ring seal, position the heated PCV fitting and install the bolts.
4. Install the air cleaner outlet pipe.