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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001MONTE CARLO V6-3.8L VIN KREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTHROTTLE POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-3.8L VIN K
Throttle Position Sensor: Service and Repair
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Service and Repair
THROTTLE POSITION (TP) SENSOR REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the injector sight shield.
2. Disconnect the TP sensor electrical connector.
3. Remove the two TP sensor attaching screws.
4. Remove the TP sensor.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the TP sensor to the throttle body assembly.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the two TP sensor attaching screws, using a thread-locking compound on the screws. LOCTITE 262(R), GM Part No. 1052624, or equivalent should be used.
Tighten
Tighten the TP sensor attaching screws to 2.0 N.m (18 lb in).
3. Connect the TP sensor electrical connector.
4. Reinstall the injector sight shield.
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the injector sight shield.
2. Disconnect the TP sensor electrical connector.
3. Remove the two TP sensor attaching screws.
4. Remove the TP sensor.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the TP sensor to the throttle body assembly.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the two TP sensor attaching screws, using a thread-locking compound on the screws. LOCTITE 262(R), GM Part No. 1052624, or equivalent should be used.
Tighten
Tighten the TP sensor attaching screws to 2.0 N.m (18 lb in).
3. Connect the TP sensor electrical connector.
4. Reinstall the injector sight shield.
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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.