Ram 1500 throttle position sensor replacement
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- Опубліковано 2 тра 2011
- First i apologize for the awful camera angle/resolution for the first half. I decided to make a video on how to do this so that way it would be easier for people to do it themselves in the future.
My trucks symptoms that brought about this part replacement were whenever i was coming to a stop, usually turning or hitting a bump while turning, the engine would just shut off. all electrical was still working, stereo still on all lights etc etc. alot of the forums i checked said it was either the crankshaft position sensor or the throttle position sensor. so i did both :( hope this helps anyone out there. I will update if this doesnt fix the problem. - Авто та транспорт
Some people dont realize how much they help others by making and sharing these videos. Thanks alot bud youve saved me a pocket full of cash.
Great video! Straight to the point. I still have my 2004 Dodge Ram 1500. First truck for me. I can't seem to part with it. 180,000 miles later and it still takes care of business. This tutorial was very helpful. Thanks!
great video,i also have an 05 ram 1500 4.7L and this video helped out alot.Couple of notes,the "star thingys" are T20 torx head screws that should be torqued down to 60 pounds and you dont have to take the air box off,there is enough room to to reach around it.
Did you have to reprogram your computer? I have the same problem and a mechanic said I would need to reprogram my computer after I replaced the TPS.
no,its just a simple sensor, its like replacing your thermostat. and dont let any mechanic attempt to reprogram your OBD computer in your truck,TAKE IT TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER PLEASE !!!!
TheOmnipotentidiot I actually just changed it out this morning and it fixed the issue. Saved me $190.00 bucks!! Thanks for the info!
Just did this today, found video after I already did it. Very easy fix. My 2002 ram with 135k miles started idling at or above 2k for a couple days and then the last couple days the check engine light came on and it started stalling at every stop sign or stop light. Went up to O'Reilly's auto and they hooked it up to the computer for free and it said the TPS was bad. Changed it out and its been running great again.
Just an FYI - the 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7 L Hemi does NOT have a TPS - it is electronic. You can not change like this video. Great video though and helpful to those who can.
What about 2003 5.7 hemi? I cant seem to find it eather
I replace both the TPS and the Idle Air Control Sensor, purchased at Advance Auto online with a 25% Discount, which came to $95 with taxes. There is a sensor on left side of the intake housing you must unplug before removing housing. I used my cordless drill with attachment and a 10mm and 8mm socket to remove the hose clamps (8mm), and intake housing (10mm), and a star socket to remove TPS and IACS. If your TPS comes with either a gasket or an O-ring, be sure to note which is needed (not both). The TPS mount will have a slot for the O-ring, if not use the gasket. It came off, and went on fairly easy. Kneeling on the bumper was easier than standing on a metal chair to get at the components. Oh, and disconnect the neg. bat. cable as the video states. Lastly, purchase some throttle body cleaner and spray the body, intake, and TPS and IACS out before mounting parts. The IACS had some black residue that took a little elbow grease to remove with the cleaner. Note: The TPS when mount will have a slight resistance when you turn it, that operates the throttle butterfly valve, be sure you have some resistance when it's mounted, if not put the tab on the side of the TPS insert that gives you that resistance, you should be able to turn the TPS and see the throttle valve open slightly. Work the throttle a few times before starting engine to be sure parts are mounted correct, if the throttle binds, remove parts and replace the in the correct way. So far truck is idling normal at 1200-1500 RPM steady.
Thanks for the video. My truck was idling up and down and when you were driving and took your foot of the gas pedal you felt a hard downshift, like someone was rear bumping you . Change the TPS ($35) and it is fixed.
I'm having this now in my 06 dodge ram 1500 surges while driving, transmission acts as if it's shifting an my god that rear bump just like you say like somebody is rear ending me when I stop having mine fixed this week
This happen to me at the beginning of the summer. Nobody knew what was wrong. Took a lot of research, but I fixed it. Took 5 minutes.
My 2005 Dodge Ram 4WD 4.7 engine was having the same erratic idle problem, which was causing shift issues as well. I could NOT find a cause for this for weeks. Replaced the IAC, Idle Air Control motor/module, which helped the issue somewhat for a few weeks, but degraded quickly. Used my scan tool, no codes to be found.
When I replaced the TPS ( throttle position sensor) it immediately cured the problem, and bumped my gas mileage up 2 more miles per gallon.
And the blue wire referred to is for the IAT, Intake air temp sensor. My 2005 truck uses a MAP system, and not a MAF system.
I DO hope this helps some folks out there, because apparently, this is a wide-spread, seriously aggravating, problem with the 4.7 and 5.7 engines.
Thanks for the info have the same issues with my truck now I know where to look to fix the problem now.
I had this problem where my 2005 dodge ram 1500 v8 4.7l would jerk a little at low speeds and won't have that power it should have, by my experience Change The Throttle position sensor (TPS) first most likely it will be that and make sure to remove the ground terminal from the battery first. My truck runs like new now
Thanks man
You explained pretty much what im experiencing with my dads truck. Thanks i plan on fixing it tomorrow. Im currently waiting for my tow truck.
Solved my problem! Thank you sir
Thanks a lot !!!
If your truck starts to die when you let you foot off the gas or does pretty much exactly what the guy in the video decribed its a good sign that your Idle Air Control sensor is sticking inside the throttle body. My dakota with the 4.7l does this every once in a awhile. What i do it just take a sensor cleaner and clean the sensor and the housing it fits in which is right below the Throttle Positioning sensor. I have to clean these about once every 2 months.
what happens when you change the tps and the idle air control sensor and a month later it starts to stall when you are going slower and now my service engine light is on also what next?
+Duncan Williams If u have a check engine light on, that is the first thing to check. On dodge and jeep the code can be checked by turning the key to the on position then back off three times very quicky and leaving it in the on position the third time. If you did it right ur tachometer will display any engine codes that u have. So what is ur engine code?
i changed my idle air controll valve code was tps changed it still idles high when first start to 1200rpm for about 1 1/2 minutes then bounces slowly down to 650 also while im driving the rpms are slightly bouncing up and down any ideas im stumped truck feels like something is holding it back
+Duncan Williams I would pull the throttle body and clean it really well. The throttle body is only held on by three bolts. The other things that would need to be removed is the electrical connections to the IAC and TPS. Then the throttle cable and cruise control cable. I do know a dirty throttle body can cause idle problems. When u do so make sure to pull the throttle body gasket out and clean it. Lastly clean the IAC and TPS gaskets to.
feels like something holding it back? bouncing revs? symptoms of a clogged catalytic converter, check this too.
it worked thanks
I tell ya I have an 02 dodge 1500 with 4.7 ..was my dad's he passed away suddenly of a hear attack..2 years ago..I've done been through all the window issues they have..but my trucks doing all the same things..over started with very rough.idle..over changed out the crank shaft sensor. .rhe aftermarket one..u have to modify to even get to fit
vut I've bought two diff ones but when I put them n the trick wouldn't start..lol so I ended up putting the old back.in..my track had the knock n rattle like a lot of the videos I've seen..it shows misfire on every cylinder. .it also says 1 thru ten..but only 8 cylinders ..it replaced pvc..it have new spark plugs I'm getting ready.put in..and I did have a code for the air intake sensor..which m getting ready to change..I even gutted my cat..that was a job..but then I seen the video today of the 4.7 being notorious for the rocker arm coming off..I'm thinking that's what it may be..there was a few videos where the guys have changed all coils and plugs..still made same noise ran.like crap.. I've ran that engine cleaner stuff in white can from autozone about half through in take and half into oil..dumped it changed it..have also replaced air filter..ill let you all know what happens but if any suggestions I'd appreciate..
why is *everyone* leaving the "how you unhook the damn wiring harness" part out of their videos?
I put one in my 02 and it did work for me and the cam sencor was replaced last year.. the truck idle was going up and down and it would shift hard at slow speeds
Worked thanks
Did this fix the stalling problem you were having?
dont know if you fixed your's or not,but I felt inclined to point out to you that ALL computer controlled(electronic) fuel injected engines have a TPS . There is no other way for your ECM to know how much throttle is being applied from the pedal.The pedal moves the throttle plate via throttle cable ,and the TPS senses that movement.So, if your mechanic or car person is telling you you have no TPS get a new guy!
does the TPS have to be recalibrated?
i know this sounds dumb, but can you make a vido on how to remove the cover to get to the throttle body? I unhook the clamps for the hoses to intake but this dam 3.7l v6 cover i cant find how to remove.
Tip: The throttle body comes off really easy. Take the throttle body off, clean it, and install the new sensor easier.
So did it fix the problem I'm dying to know?
star heads = torx
You should also go ahead and clean the throttle body and map sensor since you have everything taken apart.
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Hey Rich, did you have to reprogram your truck after? A mechanic told me I would need to.
Well i hope this will work for my 360 5.9L because it`s doing the exact same thing.
Watch your video , when put up part and now it's done Thxs
why did u not start the truck before and after for the video
nice vid
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How'd you get the connector off
How's it holding up?
The tps senser n my 95 dodge pu was d problem thank.
Did it work mines doing same thing
Did it work?
I have an 04 and it doesn't stall but around 50mph or just flooring it it bucks and rpms jump from 4 to 6 and back could this fix my problem I've replaced spark plugs, coils computer, fuel pump, starter and I'm running out of ideas and cash plz help
my wifes ford wagon bucked like a bronco, my 04 dodge ram is starting.
Thankyou for the video as to the location and tool.
Lol ok now my truck is running the same jerking a little it was working fine for a little bit now its doing the same thing again so i went and changed out my spark plugs now it runs like new for sure you might need a tune up and get a 5/8 thin wall socket to replace them trust me you'll know why when you start changing your sparks
Hope this helped
J my truck is jerking to,I thought it might be a sensor, but I have not had it tuned up since I have had it...I might go that route,What did you mean bye spark plugs???
Did it fix it mine doing when turn to left
Did this solve the problem????
I replaced that, the mass air flow sensor, spark plugs and found out that its the catalytic converter clogged up
There is nothing in the world like the mysterious experience of driving a vehicle with a collapsed catalytic converter.
Dang really. How that happen or what did your car do
I stripped the bolts.
I have an 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 4.7. I have a bad TPS also. I was told by a mechanic that my truck would have to be "reprogrammed" after the replacement of the TPS. Did you have to do anything else after you replaced the TPS?
Rene Rivas ~ No. They're trying to rip you off.
no u Dont have to flash a computer when changing stock sensors and whoever told u that u need to avoid letting them touch your vehicle
One guy said it 2007 doesn't have these sensors that u can switch out 🤷
hey I lost one of my torx screws i was trying to take it out does anybody know the size
I just did the same thing. Did you find out what size screw it takes?
Good enough video. Thumbs up. Shows the meat.
Pat Strawbridge?
I just change my spark plugs and my spark plug wires but when i let off the gas it dies
Did you fix it
And when i put it in drive it dies
For the life of me I can't remove the wiring connector! What am I doing wrong? Isn't it supposed to just pull off?
squeeze the clip on the bottom
Hi from 2024
Did it work?