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Old Mar 19, 2010 | 01:14 PM
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Thumbs down throttle postion sensor

I have a 5.4L triton motor in a 2001 F250 Superduty xlt shortbed supercab. i was told by a mechanic they think my throttle position sensor is outa wak. How do I check that or fix the prob without buying a new one?
 
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Old Mar 19, 2010 | 04:48 PM
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Mine was replaced a few years back under warranty because the truck would occasionally die at idle.
 
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Old Mar 19, 2010 | 07:32 PM
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Whats the truck doing.
 
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Old Mar 20, 2010 | 02:14 AM
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What are the symptoms that made you have a mechanic look at the truck in the first place?
 
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Old Mar 21, 2010 | 11:56 AM
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I had to replace my TPS recently. The engine would barely start, not hold idle, then die. I purchased the TPS from Ed for $59.98 plus $9.50 shipping. My local Ford dealership wanted $113.00. Be very careful installing the part... the two torx screws can be damaged very easily. Otherwise, it's an extremely easy job.
 
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Old Mar 21, 2010 | 12:49 PM
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the truck is running rich and sucking gas. idle's fine and has plenty of horsepower
 
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