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Throttle Position Sensor Replacement RPO L35

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 12885  Size: SH
  1. Remove the electrical connector by releasing the locking tab.

  2. Object Number: 10935  Size: SH
  3. Remove the 2 TP sensor attaching screw assemblies.
  4. Notice: The TP sensor is an electrical component. Do not soak the TP sensor in any liquid cleaner or solvent as damage may result.


    Object Number: 10936  Size: SH
  5. Remove the TP sensor from the throttle body assembly.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 10936  Size: SH
  1. With the throttle valve closed, install the TP sensor on the throttle shaft.
  2. Rotate the TP sensor counterclockwise in order to align the mounting holes.


    Object Number: 10935  Size: SH
  3. Install the 2 TP sensor attaching screw assemblies.
  4. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

    Tighten
    Tighten the screw assemblies to 2.0 N·m (18.0 lb in).


    Object Number: 12885  Size: SH
  5. Install the electrical connector.

Throttle Position Sensor Replacement RPO LB4

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1576383  Size: SH
  1. Remove the electrical connector from the TP sensor.
  2. Remove the TP sensor attaching screw assemblies.
  3. Remove the throttle position sensor (2).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1576383  Size: SH
  1. With the throttle valve closed, install the TP sensor on throttle shaft, and rotate counterclockwise to align the TP sensor mounting holes with casting mounting screw holes.
  2. Install the TP sensor attaching screw (1) assemblies.
  3. Tighten
    Tighten the TP sensor attaching screws to 2.0 N·m (18 lb in).

  4. Install the electrical connector on the TP sensor.