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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001MONTE CARLO V6-3.4L VIN EREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTHROTTLE POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-3.4L VIN E
Throttle Position Sensor: Service and Repair
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-3.4L VIN ESECTION Service and Repair
THROTTLE POSITION (TP) SENSOR REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Remove the air intake duct.
3. Disconnect the EVAP purge line.
4. Disconnect the fuel lines. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Metal Collar).
5. Disconnect the TP sensor electrical connector.
6. Remove the 2 TP sensor fasteners.
7. Remove the TP sensor and O-ring.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the TP sensor O-ring on the TP sensor.
2. Install the TP sensor on the throttle body assembly.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the 2 TP sensor fasteners, using a thread-locking compound on the screws. Loctite(R) 262, GM P/N #1052624, or equivalent should be used.
Tighten
Tighten the TP sensor attaching screws to 2.0 N.m (18 lb in).
4. Connect the TP sensor electrical connector.
5. Connect the EVAP purge line.
6. Connect the fuel lines. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Metal Collar).
7. Install the air intake duct.
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Remove the air intake duct.
3. Disconnect the EVAP purge line.
4. Disconnect the fuel lines. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Metal Collar).
5. Disconnect the TP sensor electrical connector.
6. Remove the 2 TP sensor fasteners.
7. Remove the TP sensor and O-ring.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the TP sensor O-ring on the TP sensor.
2. Install the TP sensor on the throttle body assembly.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the 2 TP sensor fasteners, using a thread-locking compound on the screws. Loctite(R) 262, GM P/N #1052624, or equivalent should be used.
Tighten
Tighten the TP sensor attaching screws to 2.0 N.m (18 lb in).
4. Connect the TP sensor electrical connector.
5. Connect the EVAP purge line.
6. Connect the fuel lines. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Metal Collar).
7. Install the air intake duct.
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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.