throttle position sensor replacement (Page 1/3)
Bruce NOV 21, 09:39 PM
As I look at the Chilton instructions,then I look at the throttle body of the V6, it appears that the TPS just unscrews with the two torx screws holding it in place. Am I looking in the right place, that is, opposite the throttle cable, opposite the firewall manifold? It looks pretty easy to replace, unless I'm either looking at the wrong part or overly optimistic.
thedrue NOV 21, 10:36 PM
Sounds like you are spot on. Very easy part to replace. Just the two screws and the 4 wire connector.

Good luck!
phonedawgz NOV 22, 02:36 AM
3 wire connector - Gray, Dk. Blue, Black
mcguiver3 NOV 22, 01:25 PM
That's the baby.
The thing with the TPS is it may need adjustment.
You need a scanner and set the voltage to .5 + - at idle.
I think that's the value.
Bruce NOV 29, 12:12 PM
The instructions I received with the TPS indicate that I have to remove the throttle body, etc., etc. Is all this necessary, or can I just do as I read here, and remove and replace the TPS by itself?
Thanks,
bb
fierofool NOV 29, 01:15 PM
Just remove the connector and the 2 screws, swap out the sensor and reinstall the screws with the metal bridge hold down and plug it back in. I've changed out a couple and never adjusted them. Actually, I didn't know you could adjust them. I have 3 of them before me and there are no adjustment screws of any kind. Pray tell, how do you adjust it?
Rattman NOV 29, 02:14 PM
I just did mine its not bad to do. Just be careful not to break the bolts that hold it in...they have been in there a while
Pyrthian NOV 29, 02:45 PM
the holes are slightly slotted, so adjustment is possible - but rarely necessary.
you will need to drive around for a bit, for the ECM to re-calibrate.
mcguiver3 NOV 29, 04:13 PM
Some of the TPS have slotted holes some don't.
To adjust all you need is a needle nose pliers and
bend the tab a little until you get the .5 volts.
Bruce NOV 29, 05:26 PM
Done...we shall see.
Thanks for all the help!
bb