What is the purpose and location of the Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) on Chevrolet C1500?

The Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) is a potentiometer attached to the end of the throttle shaft on the throttle body. It senses changes in output voltage to determine fuel delivery according to angle of throttle valve. Irregular bursts of fuel and an unsteady idle could be caused by a worn-out or slack TPS. The position sensor is located on one side of the throttle body. Look for loose terminals and wires, otherwise this sensor will not work properly. Prior to checking TPS, make sure that supply voltage and ground circuit are operational. Unplug the electrical connector and measure voltage across it, which should be about 5.0 volts. Otherwise, examine wiring too if not okay. To test its operation, reconnect with probe touching the dark blue wire terminal from behind as you gradually open up until there is smooth rise in voltage; otherwise replace it with another one as earlier mentioned above. In order to install a new TPS, remove some parts first in order to gain access for it including: disconnecting the electric connector while separating mounting screws too; besides these actions they have installed a new O-ring plus aligned TPS over which tightening had been done through screwing those four screws so that their ends only would remain visible underneath its groove where replacement must take place when necessary!

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Chevrolet C1500 Sensor,Throttle Position
Part Number: 17106681
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- Other Name: SENSOR KIT, Multi Port Fuel Injection Throttle Position; Throttle Position Sensor
- Replaces: 17112404, 17112679, 17087653
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1988-1995 Chevrolet C1500 | C1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, C1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX | 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L, 8 Cyl 6.2L Diesel, 8 Cyl 7.4L
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Chevrolet C1500 Sensor Assembly, Throttle Position
Part Number: 10137417
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- Other Name: SENSOR, Multi Port Fuel Injection Throttle Position; Throttle Position Sensor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1993 Chevrolet C1500 | C1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, C1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX | 8 Cyl 6.2L Diesel
- 1988-1991 Chevrolet C1500 | C1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, C1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX | 8 Cyl 6.2L Diesel
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Chevrolet C1500 Sensor,Throttle Position
Part Number: 17123852
Product Specifications
- Other Name: SENSOR, Multi Port Fuel Injection Throttle Position; Throttle Position Sensor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996-1999 Chevrolet C1500 | C1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, C1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX | 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L
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Chevrolet C1500 Sensor Kit, Throttle Position
Part Number: 17111471
Product Specifications
- Other Name: SENSOR KIT, Multi Port Fuel Injection Throttle Position; Throttle Position Sensor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1988-1991 Chevrolet C1500 | C1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, C1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX | 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L, 8 Cyl 6.2L Diesel, 8 Cyl 7.4L
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Chevrolet C1500 Sensor Assembly, Throttle Position
Part Number: 14071076
Product Specifications
- Other Name: SENSOR, Multi Port Fuel Injection Throttle Position; Throttle Position Sensor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1988-1993 Chevrolet C1500 | C1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, C1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX | 8 Cyl 6.2L Diesel
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Chevrolet C1500 Sensor Kit,Tbi Throttle Position
Part Number: 17111787
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- Other Name: SENSOR KIT, Multi Port Fuel Injection Throttle Position; Oxygen Sensor, Throttle Position Sensor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1988-1991 Chevrolet C1500 | C1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, C1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX | 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L, 8 Cyl 6.2L Diesel, 8 Cyl 7.4L

Chevrolet C1500 Throttle Position Sensor

The Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) in Chevrolet C1500 vehicles is very essential in moderating the air fuel mix for better combustion rate. This is because the Throttle Position Sensor constantly transmits signals of throttle position to the fuel injection system making the engine's computer tweak the fuel input depending on power required. This feedback loop happens periodically, in the order of tens of cycles per second, for accelerating, cruising, and decelerating. Chevrolet C1500 models have changed from using potentiometric throttle position sensor; the current techniques include hall effect and magnetoresistive sensors. Unlike the traditional sensors these modern sensors help in improving reliability as well as performance by sensing changes in the magnetic field instead of the resistance. Further, other related throttle pedals such as the Wide Open Throttle (WOT) accelerators and cooperate with the TPS to control engine efficiency in the new electronic throttle control technologies.

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Chevrolet C1500 Throttle Position Sensor Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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Q: What is the purpose and location of the Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) on Chevrolet C1500?
A: The Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) is a potentiometer attached to the end of the throttle shaft on the throttle body. It senses changes in output voltage to determine fuel delivery according to angle of throttle valve. Irregular bursts of fuel and an unsteady idle could be caused by a worn-out or slack TPS. The position sensor is located on one side of the throttle body. Look for loose terminals and wires, otherwise this sensor will not work properly. Prior to checking TPS, make sure that supply voltage and ground circuit are operational. Unplug the electrical connector and measure voltage across it, which should be about 5.0 volts. Otherwise, examine wiring too if not okay. To test its operation, reconnect with probe touching the dark blue wire terminal from behind as you gradually open up until there is smooth rise in voltage; otherwise replace it with another one as earlier mentioned above. In order to install a new TPS, remove some parts first in order to gain access for it including: disconnecting the electric connector while separating mounting screws too; besides these actions they have installed a new O-ring plus aligned TPS over which tightening had been done through screwing those four screws so that their ends only would remain visible underneath its groove where replacement must take place when necessary!