Throttle Position Sensor: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

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

1. Remove throttle body.
2. Remove TP sensor attachment screws and TP sensor.

INSTALLATION
1. Clean O-ring sealing surfaces and throttle shaft.
2. Install O-ring to TP sensor.
3. With throttle plate closed, install TP sensor over throttle shaft. Install TP sensor to throttle shaft at a slight counterclockwise angle to mounting holes. Rotate TP sensor clockwise to seat alignment pin and to align mounting holes.
4. Apply Loctite(R) 242 Threadlocker (P/N 21485277) or equivalent to attachment screw threads. Install TP sensor attachment screws.

Torque: 2 N.m (18 in-lbs)

5. Assembly throttle body to intake manifold. Refer to "Throttle Body Unit Installation" procedure. SEE Throttle Body Service and Repair