5 Symptoms Of A Bad Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) & Calibration

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5 Symptoms Of A Bad Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) & Calibration

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In this video, we'll discuss the common bad Throttle Position Sensor symptoms (TPS) and how to Reset/Recalibrate it. You will also learn about the function, location and replacement cost. More info: mechanicbase.c...
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00:00 Introduction
00:33 TPS Function
01:45 Bad Throttle Position Sensor Symptoms
01:52 Symptom 1: Poor Acceleration
02:13 Symptom 2: Poor Idle
02:34 Symptom 3: Check Engine Light
02:52 Symptom 4: Sudden Surge
03:20 Symptom 5: Shifting Issues
03:39 TPS Sensor Location
04:03 Failure Causes
04:58 Throttle Position Sensor Testing
05:59 TPS Recalibration
08:10 TPS Sensor Replacement Cost
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@MechanicBase 7 ай бұрын

Did you solve your TPS issue? Let us know in the comments below how you did it, and maybe you can help someone else with a bad throttle position sensor! Don't forget to like the video and subscribe to our channel! More information: mechanicbase.com/engine/bad-throttle-position-sensor-tps-symptoms/ Website: mechanicbase.com/

@worshipwhilewewait 3 ай бұрын

BIG BIG BIG BIG THUMBS UP! NEVER thought a 21yr old truck would run like brand new after replacing such a small part. Had virtually no acceleration, gear shift was crazy all over the place, idle would be so high at times and so low in cold weather...no codes, live feed on my OBD2 reader was crazy all over the place...and VOILA!!! FIXED and wow does this truck GO!!! It's actually FUN to drive again. THANK YOU! LOVE THIS CHANNEL b/c of the complete explanations of WHY things happen and how to fix 'em. 2003 Chev S10 4.3V6 w/515k miles ORIGINAL ENGINE and STILL running like a champ w/o any major repairs. RARELY have taken this truck to a shop - ALWAYS do my own repairs and lately realizing this particular truck is SO EASY to repair compared to today's vehicles....THANK YOU!!!

@BWSRbushcraft 9 ай бұрын

This is by far the most simplest comprehensive and straightforward explanation on this subject that I have seen thank you very much for making these clear and concise videos please continue to do so most grateful thank you!

@thewhinjaninja3610 23 күн бұрын

Who else out there wishes that this guy was your local mechanic?

@sidtreherne6172 7 ай бұрын

This video is the best one on TPS problems of all the videos. This guy covers the topic from A to Z! I have been looking at all the videos trying to learn what I can. I glean something new from every video, but this video compiles all that gleaned info into one video plus a ton more info than all of the videos I have watched. 😁

@wongaloful Жыл бұрын

Mine was behaving exactly as said. I changed the tps on my Mazda demio 2012 after spending 180 dollars on plugs, service, fuel pump and filter cleaning and throttle cleaning but never worked. Upon changing the tos, am the happiest person alive, car works like new. Thanks for this video.

@unebonnevie 7 ай бұрын

I really like your vids, because it covers long enough -- not too short or too long. And you start with the explanation, the theoretical part, then dive into the symptoms, etc.

@duckmyass Жыл бұрын

Just replaced one on a Hyundai Sonata. The symptoms were the same as when a fuel pump is starting to go out. It would act as if the gas was cut off and it would then go back to normal so it was very jerky. Knowing the car had had rust in the fuel tank in the past I started with by checking the fuel pump... but no, it was the throttle position sensor. Swapping that and the car magically went back to normal.

@tsant6591 Жыл бұрын

Intresting. That's the exact symptom my 97 ford f150 is having. Fuel pump is 5 years old, but TPS is 24 years old (original). So it makes sense to replace first. Thanks for sharing that!

@seireitei4193 3 ай бұрын

Buraz moj, hvala ti od srca ♥️, kalibrirao sam ga old school kao sto si pokazao, ne znam koji metod od ta dva je upalio ali sam ih mixovao, sad otvara klapnu gasa 82% kada legnem na papucicu gasa, i to otvara skoro instant, nije 90%+ ali uzimajuci u obzir da je pre toga imao ocajan odziv gasa i da mu je trebalo nekoliko sekundi da se polako otvori klapna na nekih 60%, ovo je fantazija. Opet ti hvala od srca, odmah si dobio novog subscribe-ra na oba kanala, odlicno objasnjavas, inteligentno i sa puno znanja, vidi se da se razumes u mehaniku i da ti je to poziv u zivotu, sve najbolje ti zelim, pozdrav!

@alexfarid5144 3 ай бұрын

Great informative video , i have a 2003 Lexus GS300 which is cable operated and was giving me code P2121 and P2127 , i took the Throttle body position sensor off and removed the part of the white plastic from the back after heating it up with heat gun and re-soldered the 4 connectors and glued back the plastic piece after warming it up with heat gun again . I installed it and took it for a test drive , it is holding up so i am not a part changer , i had planned on buying a new one but i decided to attempt to repair it first which i did . The solders on connectors part may crack and lose contacts from age , heat and mechanical wheel , so , i hope this may help others to repair their throttle position sensors . PS , before i attempt to repair the TPS , i removed the ECU and checked to make sure there is no burned spots on ECU , it looked like brand new after 20 years . Good luck with your projects folks .

@solomondiaz4105 10 ай бұрын

Excellent explanation and instruction. Straight to the point. I have subscribed.

@jagathchristopher4103 2 ай бұрын

A great video and useful information. this video helped me to find my car's fault and fix it. thank you very much for these beneficial instructions and your valuable time.

@ArtHeld Жыл бұрын

This was really helpful: Thorough, and clear. Thank you!

@brooke5273 9 ай бұрын

Good explanation with professional advise 🙏

@The73275 6 ай бұрын

Sir, I tried your reset procedure on a 2006 Subaru Baja and it worked great thanks for the informative video

@neitzsche5150 11 ай бұрын

This video is one of the most thorough instructional videos on TPS symptoms and how to troubleshoot this problem. Mechanic Base is very knowledgeable on the TPS system.

@pauloisidoro2 Жыл бұрын

One of the best explanation, well done my friend. 😉

@repairhow 6 ай бұрын

Thank you. Your video is excelent. Yòur description of the issues is spot on.

@AJDIYNetwork 6 ай бұрын

Thank you!! I had to change out my Nissan rogues blower fan, which required me to remove the peddle assembly. After completion, I had a p2122 code. I used your peddle technique. Problem solved!!!!

@user-ud5lv8oq4c Жыл бұрын

What app are you using to test the tps?

@CommonSenseTipsAndTricks 5 ай бұрын

I get my check engine light blinking after reaching 30 mph and I'm having really crazy transmission shifting issues! Thanks for the confirmation! I know my transmission is okay because the fluid is good and the pan stays cool.

@user-uo4gj5zm9d 3 ай бұрын

Did the tps sensor fix the issue? I’m having the same problem and I’m thinking it hopefully is my tps before I replace the tranny

@maniacslap1623 3 ай бұрын

Same thing happened to me. It was a bad coil. Haven’t did that since. I was able to get a CEL diagnosis tho.

@Unveilingthepast1 3 ай бұрын

I am having almost a similar issue on my Acura mdx 2015 it jerks when accelerating when the rpm is between 1 and 2 it jerky have changed fuel pump, spark plugs, injection nozzles with the ray still yet no change. I am binging to think it the throttle position sensor after watching your video. I have diagnosed it but it not showing any code. Please what do you think ?

@minovskyparticles1834 4 ай бұрын

I have an AT car.. my idle suddenly surges high up to 2000 rpm when stopping ornparkih my car.. i have changed every sensor i have in mind.. IACV seems to work fine.. do you think its the TPS this time?

@MrMDee-si1bz 9 ай бұрын

Great vid and explained it! Thanks for sharing! 👍🏻👍🏻

@ezequieltorres5739 6 ай бұрын

Could the throttle sensor prevent the car from flipping on? Or would the car still be able to flip on in my Situation car wouldn’t flip on or if it does would turn off seconds later

@rudolphraaths5226 7 ай бұрын

Good day I have 2006 Ford fiesta Ghia 1.6 petrol my car was idling high then I replace the pcv valve still idling high then I notice the pipe for the pcv valve was broken so I put another pipe now my car does not idle so somebody said it.s the throttle body I took it out and clean it it was dirty I put it back still no idile can you give me advice what else can be wrong

@knight6757 7 ай бұрын

In my SLK320 as soon as you try for a kick down it goes into LlMP mode...thn l have to stop the car ..preform the transmission setting procedure, it works well again, kick down again and the LIMP mode kicks in..hooked the scanner and no faults come up...what next?

@ricksonramlal6058 3 ай бұрын

When I play with my wires on my tps the engine idel up an down it on my sr20de engine fwd model 1993 need some help sluges acceleration on full trottle y

@mark.r8900 11 ай бұрын

Hi, my audi a4 b7 intermittently goes into limp mode only when slowly accelerating from a stop. Car doesn't go into limp mode at cruising speed. When light turns green i just lightly pressed on the gas pedal and it goes into limp mode. There are no check engine light or codes. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

@MechanicBase 11 ай бұрын

Which engine do you have?

@mark.r8900 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for your reply. It's the 2.0L turbo quattro

@tremaynemcknight8687 Күн бұрын

What's the name of those sneakers??

@joseramirezaguilar2075 Жыл бұрын

Good explanation

@donjames5761 11 ай бұрын

my toyota celica had no code but it had hesitation when accelerating from a stop. an when a dead spot when i was trying to overtake another vehicle i would have to take my foot off the throttle an re apply befor the car would pick speed up faster

@makay6947 11 ай бұрын

I’m experiencing the same thing! Did changing the TPS correct the issue?

@Slim1423 10 ай бұрын

@@makay6947You can get your car scanned for free at a Advance Auto, Autozone, or maybe Oreilly Auto parts store . Will save time and money.

@tonybarnes4096 Жыл бұрын

My throttle body has gone bad , as of now I can get the car to crank but won’t start . Should I replace the throttle body ?

@MechanicBase Жыл бұрын

Will it start if you press the throttle?

@andykallie4054 8 ай бұрын

Opel corsa utelity.vold stsrt very rough..when slowing diwn n exvekersting power drop.s

@realworld822 7 ай бұрын

W212 e250 I had my alternator replacement, and now the car is very slow to accelerate, like it has no power , but when it's in park, it accelerates fine I have no check engine light .

@parolesgravees 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video. Do you think that 12% min and 75% max on the sensor is a correct data ?

@MechanicBase 11 ай бұрын

Which car?

@parolesgravees 11 ай бұрын

@@MechanicBase Mazda 3 gen1 (2004) 1.6 liter

@spmgtv2522 3 ай бұрын

Do you think this will cause low power engine light to come on?

@MechanicBase 3 ай бұрын

Yes, it definitely could. But you check the codes with an OBD scanner to be sure.

@nickrudd2568 11 ай бұрын

My 2000 Mk3 VW Polo 1.0 has a issue, It starts no problem and ticks over no issues at all but the throttle at times does nothing. Its not safe mode its No peddle mode. But it only does it just after starting, if you keep restarting it will work.

@user-hy1nn5jc6z 8 ай бұрын

My pickup truck runs good when heated ....but morning cold start the engine runs up an down .... the OBD tool reads cold start as both banks running lean.....

@MechanicBase 8 ай бұрын

Which truck? Might be a vacuum leak.