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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1994G 20 VAN V6-262 4.3L VIN ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTHROTTLE POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
1994 Chevrolet G 20 Van V6-262 4.3L VIN Z
Throttle Position Sensor: Service and Repair
1994 Chevrolet G 20 Van V6-262 4.3L VIN ZSECTION Service and Repair
Throttle Position Sensor:
NOTE: Since Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) configurations can be mounted interchangeably, be sure to order the correct one for your engine with identical part number of the one being replaced.
REMOVAL:
- Disconnect negative battery terminal.
- Remove air cleaner assembly, extension (spacer), and gasket.
- Disconnect electrical connectors.
- Disconnect negative battery terminal.
- Remove EGR attaching bolts.
- Remove EGR and gasket.
- Remove TPS attaching screw assemblies.
- Remove TPS from throttle body assembly.
NOTE: The TPS is an electrical component and must not be soaked in any liquid cleaner or solvent, as damage may result.
INSTALLATION:
- With throttle valve in normally closed position, install TPS on throttle shaft and rotate clockwise to align mounting hole.
- Install the two attaching screw assemblies. Tighten screw assemblies to 2.0 Nm (18.0 lb-in).
- Install electrical connector to TPS.
- Check for TPS output as follows:
- Connect an ALDL scanner to read TPS output voltage.
- With ignition "ON" and engine stopped, TPS voltage should be less than 1.25 volts. If more than 1.25 volts, replace TPS.
- Install EGR valve and gasket.
- Install EGR attaching bolts. Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb.ft.).
- Connect negative battery terminal.
- Install air cleaner assembly, extension (spacer), and gasket.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.