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Throttle Position Sensor

Critical For Operation

Engine

Monitors the position of the throttle valve and sends data to the engine control module.

The throttle position sensor detects the position of the throttle valve and sends this data to the engine control module, allowing the engine to adjust fuel delivery and airflow for optimal performance based on throttle input.

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Typical part cost
$50–$150🔒
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Typical labor cost
$100–$200🔒
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Typically lasts
100,000–200,000 mi
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Or about
7.0–10.0 years
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DIY difficulty
4/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the Throttle Position Sensor is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

Engine stalling
Rough idling
Poor acceleration
Check engine light

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Throttle Position Sensor(s)

No standard interval on file

Inspect Throttle Position Sensor(s)

No standard interval on file

Test Throttle Position Sensor(s)

No standard interval on file