Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2003 Ford Windstar BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Throttle Position Sensor
NOTE:
Throttle Position (TP) sensor is not serviceable. TP sensor may also be referred to as Accelerator Pedal (AP) sensor. If TP sensor service is required, see TEST DH: THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR
in SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE article.
TP SENSOR OUTPUT
| Throttle Angle Degrees | (1) Volts | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clockwise | ||||
| 20 | 1.00 | |||
| 40 | 2.00 | |||
| 60 | 3.00 | |||
| 80 | 3.80 | |||
| 100 | 4.65 | |||
| Counterclockwise | ||||
| 0 | 1.00 | |||
| -20 | 2.00 | |||
| -40 | 3.00 | |||
| -60 | 3.80 | |||
| -80 | 4.65 | |||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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