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A bad throttle sensor can cause engine jerking and rough running. A test of the computer codes should show if there seems to be a problem with the sensor.
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What happens when the throttle position sensor is bad?
When Throttle Position sensor is bad when you step on pedal and it does not move, engine light is on!
What are symptoms of a bad throttle position sensor?
A bad throttle sensor can cause several problems. Symptoms include rough idle, loss of power, and even power surges while driving. .
How can you tell if a trottle is bad in a 2004 Honda CR-V?
there is a throttle position sensor on the firewall side of the throttle body. unplug it, and see if the engine runs the same. if it runs the same then, yes you do have a bad throttle body, and if it does not run the same, i would suggest having the engine looked at to figure out what the problem is
What are the symptoms of a bad throttle position sensor in a 91 Saturn sl1?
A bad throttle position sensor, on your 1991 Saturn, will cause the engine to run rough when it is idling. The engine will run normally at higher speeds.
Why do your car ildle up and down?
Maybe your throttle positioning sensor is bad.
What causes a 1999 Cougar engine stall when coasting?
The TPS (throttle position sensor) has gone bad on your throttle body.
What might cause a 2001 Chevy Impala to idle up and down?
A bad idle air control sensor or a bad throttle position sensor.
Does the speed sensor have anything to do with the transmission?
It tell's it when to shift ....depending on throttle position
What does code p1221 mean?
The OBD code p1221 indicates a bad throttle position sensor. Sometimes cleaning the throttle body will clear this code. If that does not work the sensor will need to be replaced.
How do you replace the throttle position sensor on a 2003 Buick rendezvous?
I just purchased the throttle sensor for a 2003 Buick rendezvous and was wondering if anyone could tell me where it located and how easy is it to put in.
How can you tell if a throttle position sensor goes bad on a 1988 Chevy 2.8 engine?
loping idle. does not maintain idle, sometimes shuts engine off. do an ohm test.
Where is the throttle positioning sensor on a 1998 Pontiac sunfire?
The throttle position sensor is on the throttle shaft, on the throttle body.
