Re: Throttle Position Sensor

From: Bernd D. Ratsch (bernd@texas.net)
Date: Thu Jun 08 2000 - 18:19:44 EDT


Nope...just bolt it in.

- Bernd

----- Original Message -----
From: "Kyle Kozubal" <grndak4x4@home.com>
To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Sent: Thursday, June 08, 2000 4:51 PM
Subject: DML: Throttle Position Sensor

> Just curious, but is replacing the TPS as easy as taking the old one out
and
> bolting on the new one? I have seen quite a few websites which say TPS
> Sensors need to be 'adjusted' before installation. What is this about?
Since
> replacing the CTS, the truck does idle smooth during cold startups. The
Borg
> Warner TPS I ordered($23) is in, but want to make sure installation is as
> easy as I thought it would be, before I screw it up. I have taken the TPS
> out before, just never replaced it and was wondering about 'adjusting' it.
> Here is the quote I found:
> "Also, be aware that a TPS needs to be properly adjusted at the time of
> installation. If it isn't indexed properly, the ECM might not allow the
> engine to receive adequate fuel under wide-open throttle conditions. This
is
> an adjustable sensor!" Other websites say basically the same thing. After
> this TPS Sensor goes in, I will have replaced the CTS, TPS, and AIS
Sensors;
> all of which so far has helped my Dak run better. I guess at 124,500
miles,
> the sensors do get alittle worn out! THANKS!
> Kyle
> 93 Dakota 4x4 V6
>
>



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