Signs & Symptoms of a Bad Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)!

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Are you experiencing erratic engine performance or getting P0120-P0124 engine codes? It could be a sign of a faulty Throttle Position Sensor (TPS). In today’s video, Jake explores the intricacies of the TPS, exploring its function, common symptoms of failure, diagnostic procedures, and effective fixes to restore optimal engine performance. The Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) is a vital component of the engine management system, responsible for monitoring the position of the throttle valve. By providing feedback to the Engine Control Unit (ECU), the TPS ensures precise control over the throttle opening, enabling smooth acceleration and engine operation.
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00:09 - Electronic Throttle Control History & Technicals
01:14 - What is a Throttle Position Sensor & What Does it do?
02:30 - Signs & Symptoms of a Bad Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)
03:01 - Common TPS Fault Codes (P0120-P0124)
03:18 - Common Symptoms of a Faulty Throttle Position Sensor (Cont.)
03:40 - How to Diagnose a Bad TPS
07:56 - Bad Throttle Position Sensor Summary

Пікірлер: 24

  • @boogyboy911
    @boogyboy91129 күн бұрын

    Thank you for sharing the video. It was very insightful to troubleshooting my car issue. I will try the tips you suggested. I changed out the TPS, cleaned the MAF sensor, but the problem didn't go away. I will try to clean the throttle body next.

  • @8020Media

    @8020Media

    24 күн бұрын

    B - Thanks for the feedback! Keep us posted.

  • @brianflynn5491
    @brianflynn549115 күн бұрын

    Great video, ty

  • @8020Media

    @8020Media

    14 күн бұрын

    B - Thanks for the feedback! We hope you found it helpful.

  • @kevinbagwell4834
    @kevinbagwell4834Ай бұрын

    Great informative videos, well worth watching.

  • @8020Media

    @8020Media

    Ай бұрын

    K - Thanks for the feedback! We hope it helps.

  • @darnellwillis4450
    @darnellwillis44509 күн бұрын

    Thanks 👍🙏💯😊

  • @8020Media

    @8020Media

    7 күн бұрын

    D - Thanks for the feedback! We hope it was helpful.

  • @s.tavros
    @s.tavrosАй бұрын

    Really great video thank you! Q: Is there a case where a car has no any accelaration pedal sensor on gas pedal? I have an i30 Hyundai 2008 1,4 and i can not find this out.

  • @8020Media

    @8020Media

    Ай бұрын

    Certainly, from a quick search it seems like the I30 uses a cable-operated throttle control system so it wouldn't have an accelerator pedal position sensor.

  • @s.tavros

    @s.tavros

    Ай бұрын

    @@8020Media Thank you very much! Really appreciate ☺ So do you believe that there is a way where i could make the gas pedal more sensitive as it's a little bit lazy right now. Don't know if throttle sensor could change the overall exprerience.

  • @8020Media

    @8020Media

    Ай бұрын

    S - No problem! The throttle sensor could certainly change the overall experience. Keep us updated.

  • @christschool
    @christschoolКүн бұрын

    I think if I get this code, I'll just replace the throttle body. It's not expensive and my time is too valuable to be doing all of these steps.

  • @8020Media

    @8020Media

    Күн бұрын

    C - To each their own. We make these videos to inform. The viewer can take it how they wish.

  • @johnnygufford8731
    @johnnygufford8731Ай бұрын

    I have a 2005 titan my trucks been driving like crap for 2 years now brought it to multiple mechanics nobody can tell me what's wrong it feels like it onky has half the power it used to almost like im driving threw a puddle or pulling something it's not limp nod cuase I can get up to w.e speed I want but 99% of the time it drives slowish and every once in a blue moon it's fast and drives great I've beeb told it's not the fuel pump not clogged cats I've replaced the maf sensor intake filter plugs and coils and a bunch of other stuff I have 0 codes idk what todo can it be the throttle position sensor ?

  • @8020Media

    @8020Media

    Ай бұрын

    J - Sorry to hear about this.. We have a video about losing power that may help with diagnosis: kzread.info/dash/bejne/m6Seu66JesrWoZs.html

  • @catsurreal1655

    @catsurreal1655

    Ай бұрын

    Have you tried replace the pcv valve? Also clean throttle or replace idle air control Valve? Also try clean injectors.

  • @kevinbagwell4834

    @kevinbagwell4834

    Ай бұрын

    I'm going to assume you have at least 150,000 miles on the vehicle seeing how old it is, so, if you've never replaced the TPS or MAP, I'd start there, it's about time for either or both of those to fail and you'll likely be replacing them soon anyways. O2 sensors will probably soon follow. Hope this helps.

  • @8020Media

    @8020Media

    Ай бұрын

    K - Thanks for taking the time to help out viewers. Great advice.

  • @stellamatutina3573
    @stellamatutina3573Ай бұрын

    My Nissan Nerva 2000, started dropping its idle slowly over a cupule of days to a point where i had turn up the idle screw back up to 700 RPM, when the car is warmed up after driving for about 20 minuet's it would give a bit of a misfire while siting at a red light but then come good on acceleration, it only happens when the car is warmed right up..? No vacuum leaks, Throttle body is clean, Could it be the idle air control valve..? Or a faulty TPS..? My car has a 14 pin port, I've been to three mechanics for a diagnostics test and they don't have the right scan tool for my year model, And it never fails when a mechanic takes the car for a test drive, Well the bloody thing doesn't miss a beat. I guess I will have to try changing both.. Also no engine check light comes up on the dashboard..

  • @8020Media

    @8020Media

    29 күн бұрын

    S- Sorry to hear about this. We have a ton of DIY content that could help your research here: kzread.info/head/PLiX521qA-UEQrLY1ZRDnLP37yCDCcvQCV

  • @user-yy1vb7fo7j

    @user-yy1vb7fo7j

    Сағат бұрын

    Ive got a 2008 chevy impala LT its only having rpm slips on take off at red lights about 20 mins into starting to ive been seeing alot comments of sensor issues going into the shop tomorrow going to get it scanned hopefully we get this fixed so i can ride off into the sunset tmm

  • @michaelrodriguez7620
    @michaelrodriguez762019 күн бұрын

    Prefer more pictures to look at rather than look at you talking

  • @8020Media

    @8020Media

    19 күн бұрын

    M - Thanks for the feedback.

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