Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) - removal and refitting
Removal
Note: During this procedure, ensure that the
sensor wiper is not rotated beyond its normal
operating arc
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Disconnect the wiring plug from the sensor (see illustration).
11.2 Throttle position sensor - 1.6 EFI engine
A Wiring plug B Securing screws
3 Remove the two securing screws, and withdraw the sensor from the throttle valve shaft.
Refitting
4 Refitting is a reversal of removal, ensuring
that the moulded side of the sensor faces the
throttle housing, and that the flat on the sensor
wiper engages with the flat on the throttle shaft.
See also:
Internal connection details, all models continued
Internal connection details, all models continued ...
Hydraulic pipes and hoses - renewal
Note: Before starting work, refer to the
warning at the beginning of Section 3
concerning the dangers of hydraulic fluid.
1 Always disconnect a flexible hose by
prising out the spring anchor clip ...
Battery terminal check (Every 12 000 miles (20 000 km) or 12 months)
Caution: Before carrying out
any work on the vehicle battery,
read through the precautions
given in “Safety first!” at the
beginning of this manual.
1 The battery fitted as original equipment is
...