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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN1999PASSAT SEDAN (3B2) V6-2.8L (AHA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTHROTTLE POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
1999 Volkswagen Passat Sedan (3B2) V6-2.8L (AHA)
Throttle Position Sensor: Service and Repair
1999 Volkswagen Passat Sedan (3B2) V6-2.8L (AHA)SECTION Service and Repair
Throttle position (TP) sensor -G69-
- Location: The TP sensor is located in the throttle valve control module -J338- (arrow).
Removing and installing throttle position (TP) sensor
- See Throttle Valve Control Module/Service and Repair.
NOTE: If the throttle valve control module is replaced, do the following:
- Match the engine control module to the throttle valve control module.
- Refer to Computers and Controls, Engine Control Module, Service and Repair for "Matching engine control module to throttle valve control module".
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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.