Neon L4-2.0L DOHC (1996)
Throttle Position Sensor: Customer Interest
Throttle Body/TPS - MIL ON/DTC MIL 24 Set
NO: 18-04-96
GROUP: Vehicle Performance
DATE: Feb. 16, 1996
SUBJECT:
Erratic Idle And MIL Illuminated
MODELS:
1995 - 1996 (FJ) Avenger/Sebring/Talon
1995 - 1996 (JA) Cirrus/Stratus
1995 - 1996 (PL) Neon
NOTE:
THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO ALL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.01 ENGINES BUILT PRIOR TO NOVEMBER 1, 1995 (MDH
11-01-XX).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Loss of performance and/or Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) illuminated (indicating failed TPS) and/or erratic idle.
DIAGNOSIS:
Using the Mopar Diagnostic System (MDS) or the Scan Tool (DRBII) and the appropriate Diagnostic Procedure Manual, verify that all engine systems
are functioning correctly. If Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's) other than DTC" MIL 24" "Failed Throttle Position Sensor" are present, record them on
the repair order for future reference and repair as necessary.
Check the throttle body part number against the throttle body part numbers given below. The throttle body part number can be found on the side of the
throttle body by the vacuum purge nipple. Figure 1
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Throttle Body Part Numbers:
4669540
4669541
4663077
4669167
4669246
4669245
5277745
5277765
4669032
4669313
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If the vehicle DOES have one of the throttle bodies listed above, the throttle body assembly should be replaced. These throttle bodies were built
without an 0-ring seal that prevents moisture contamination. The superseded part number for the replacement throttle body can be found by entering
the part number found on the existing throttle body into the parts ordering system.
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If the vehicle DOES NOT have one of the throttle bodies shown in the list above, refer to the repair procedure below for throttle position sensor
replacement.
NOTE:
IF THE THROTTLE BODY IS TO BE REPLACED, IT IS NOT NECESSARY TO REPLACE THE THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR. THE
NEW THROTTLE BODY WILL COME EQUIPPED WITH THE UPDATED TPS AND REQUIRED 0-RING.
