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The throttle position sensor is kind of like the volume control on a radio. It is a device called a potentiometer. As the throttle opens and closes, the TPS also moves and send voltage readings to the car's computer telling it what position the throttle is in and the computer adjusts ignition timing and fuel in order to optimize your engine's performance. As with all electronic devices, sometimes the TPS wears out and sends bad voltage readings to the computer. When this happens the computer cannot properly adjust. What you end up with is a check engine light and a car that still drives fine but you will notice increased fuel usage and you may also notice minor performance problems like a slight bucking as you drive.
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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!
Where is the throttle position sensor in a 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt?
The throttle position sensor is in the throttle body.
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.
What is the fuction of a throttle position sensor?
The function of a throttle position sensor is to monitor the position of the throttle in an internal combustion engine.
Where is the throttle position sensor on 1999 Pontiac Montana?
The throttle position sensor is located on the throttle body at the end of the throttle shaft.
Where is the throttle position sensor located on a 1998 Chevrolet Camaro?
The throttle position sensor is located on the throttle plate.
Where is the throttle position sensor on a jeep wrangler?
The throttle position sensor is on the throttle body on the opposite side of the cables.
Where is the throttle position sensor a on a 2002 jeep?
The throttle position sensor is on the throttle body, opposite of where the cables attach.
Where is the throttle position sensor located in 2002 dodge ram 1500?
The throttle position sensor is on the throttle body.
Where is the Throttle pedal position sensor 2005 Colorado?
Generally speaking the throttle position sensor is on the throttle body.
Throttle Position Sensor location plus 1995 Mazda Millenia?
The throttle position sensor is on the throttle body.
Is a map sensor the same as a throttle position sensor?
No map sensor is manifold absolute pressure sensor and tps throttle position sensor
