Throttle position sensor - removal and refitting
Note: During this procedure ensure that the sensor wiper is not rotated beyond its normal operating arc.
2.0 litre SOHC models
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Free the throttle position sensor wiring plug from the retaining clip located on the underside of the throttle body. Disconnect the wiring plug halves by releasing the locktabs and pulling on the plug halves (see illustration).
27.2 Releasing locktabs to disconnect throttle position sensor wiring plug
halves
3 Bend back the locktabs and unscrew the two sensor retaining bolts (see illustration).
27.3 Unscrewing the throttle position sensor retaining bolts
Withdraw the locking plate and sensor from the throttle shaft.
4 Refitting is a reverse of removal, ensuring that the moulded side of the sensor faces towards the inlet manifold. The flat on the sensor wiper engages with the flat on the throttle shaft.
2.0 litre DOHC models
5 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
6 Free the throttle position sensor wiring plug from the retaining clip located on the underside of the throttle body. Disconnect the wiring plug halves by releasing the locktabs and pulling on the plug halves (see illustration).
27.6 Throttle position sensor (A) and wiring plug (B)
7 Unscrew the two sensor securing screws, and withdraw the sensor from the throttle shaft.
8 Refitting is a reversal of removal, noting that the sensor fits with the wiring at the bottom.
Ensure that the sensor actuating arm engages correctly with the throttle spindle.
1.6 and 1.8 litre (R6A type) CVH
models
9 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
10 Remove the air cleaner.
11 Unclip and disconnect the sensor wiring connector, pulling on the plug, not on the wiring (see illustrations).
27.11a Throttle position sensor location (arrowed) on CFI unit - 1.6 litre
CVH
27.11b Throttle position sensor location (arrowed) on CFI unit - 1.8 litre
(R6A) CVH
12 Remove the two screws, and withdraw the sensor from the throttle valve shaft.
13 Refitting is a reversal of removal, but ensure that the sensor actuating arm locates correctly on the throttle valve spindle.
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1 Inspect the crankcase ventilation system
for blockage or damage. A blocked hose can
cause a build-up of crankcase pressure,
which in turn can cause oil leaks (see
illustration).
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