Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor: Service and Repair

Accelerator Pedal Position (APP) Sensor Assembly Removal and Installation

CAUTION:
- Do not expose accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor assembly to excessive shock like a dropping it. If accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor assembly has been exposed to excessive shock, it should be replaced.
- Be careful not to expose sensor section of accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor assembly to water.

NOTE:
After replacing accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor assembly, perform calibration of throttle valve.

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative cable at battery.
2. Disconnect connector from accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor assembly.
3. Remove accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor assembly from its bracket.

INSTALLATION

Reference: Accelerator Pedal Position (APP) Sensor Assembly Inspection

Reverse removal procedure for installation noting the following.




- Tighten accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor assembly upper nut (1) first and then lower nuts (2) to specified torque.

Tightening torque
Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor assembly nut a: 6.0 N.m (0.6 kg-m, 4.5 lbft)

- If APP sensor assembly bracket is removed, tighten its mounting nuts to specified torque.

Tightening torque
APP sensor assembly bracket nut a: 6.0 N.m (0.6 kg-m, 4.3 lb-ft)

- Connect connector to accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor assembly securely.