Throttle Position (TP) Sensor

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.3 T, 4L60E/M30SECTION Throttle Position (TP) Sensor
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: TP sensor is not adjustable. For further testing procedures, perform TP sensor related diagnostic test. See DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DEFINITIONS in SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - 1.8L VIBE article.
TP SENSOR SPECIFICATIONS

Application (1) Specification
All Models (2)
(1) Range is from idle to wide open throttle.
(2) The scan tool range is 0-100 percent. The scan tool displays the amount of throttle opening in percentage. At closed throttle the scan tool displays 8-12 percent. At Wide Open Throttle (WOT) the scan tool displays approximately 80 percent.
RENDER: 1.0x

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