Throttle Position Sensor: Service and Repair

Throttle Position Sensor (TPS):

REMOVAL:

1. Disconnect the TPS electrical connector.
2. Remove the TPS attaching screws and retainers.
3. Remove the throttle position sensor.

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

INSTALLATION:

1. With the throttle valve in the closed position, install the throttle position sensor on the throttle body assembly, making sure the throttle position sensor drive lever lines up with the TPS drive lever on the throttle shaft.
2. Install the throttle position sensor attaching screws, and finger tighten only.
3. Adjust the TPS, refer to COMPUTERIZED ENGINE CONTROLS/ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES/THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR.