Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Removal/Installation

2011 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3 3SECTION Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Removal/Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the TP sensor connector.
  2. Remove the TP sensor attaching screws.
    Fig 1: Locating TP Sensor Screws
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  3. Remove the TP sensor from the throttle body.
  4. Verify that the throttle valve is fully closed.
  5. Install the TP sensor to the throttle body.
  6. Adjust the TP sensor.
  7. Tighten the TP sensor attaching screws.

    Tightening torque 

    3.0 N.m {31 kgf.cm, 27 in.lbf} 

  8. Verify that the throttle valve moves smoothly.
  9. Reconnect the TP sensor connector.
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