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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1982CELEBRITY L4-151 2.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSSENSORS AND SWITCHES - COMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTHROTTLE POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
1982 Chevrolet Celebrity L4-151 2.5L
Throttle Position Sensor: Service and Repair
1982 Chevrolet Celebrity L4-151 2.5LSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL
Remove TPS screws, lock-washers, and retainers. Remove TPS sensor from the throttle body. Discard and replace screws.
INSTALLATION
1. Position sensor over throttle body. Ensure TPS pickup lever is located above tang on actuator lever.
2. Using new screws and lockwashers, apply thread locking compound to screws and install. Adjust TPS as described under "Throttle Position Sensor, Adjust."
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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.