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2005 Suzuki Forenza L4-2.0LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Throttle Position Sensor: Service and Repair
Throttle Position Sensor Removal and Installation
Removal
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the air intake tube and resonator.
3. Disconnect the throttle position (TP) sensor connector.
4. Remove the TP sensor retaining bolts and the TP sensor.
Installation
1. With the throttle valve closed, position the TP sensor on the throttle shaft. Align the TP sensor with the bolt holes.
2. Install the TP sensor retaining bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the throttle position sensor retaining bolts to 2 Nm (18 in. lbs.).
3. Connect the TP sensor connector.
4. Install the air intake tube and resonator.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.
Removal
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the air intake tube and resonator.
3. Disconnect the throttle position (TP) sensor connector.
4. Remove the TP sensor retaining bolts and the TP sensor.
Installation
1. With the throttle valve closed, position the TP sensor on the throttle shaft. Align the TP sensor with the bolt holes.
2. Install the TP sensor retaining bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the throttle position sensor retaining bolts to 2 Nm (18 in. lbs.).
3. Connect the TP sensor connector.
4. Install the air intake tube and resonator.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.
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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.