Tiburon L4-2.0L (1999)
Malfunction Indicator Lamp: Customer Interest
TPS - Driveability Concerns
Number
00-36-006
Group
ENGINE ELECTRICAL
Date
MARCH, 2000
Subject
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS)
DRIVEABILITY SYMPTOMS
Model
1996-1999 ACCENT
1996-2000 ELANTRA
1997-2000 TIBURON
DESCRIPTION:
The Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) output signal is an important input for both the Engine and Transaxle Control Modules. A malfunctioning TPS may
result in the following symptoms:
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Unstable idle
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Uneven throttle response
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Slip & shock during the 1-2 & 2-3 shift on Automatic Transaxle (ATM) equipped vehicles.
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Erratic ATM shifts with possible shift flare (engine RPM increase during shifts)
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Check engine light is ON (light may go off, but the code will remain stored)
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TPS related code stored in the ECM and/or TCM
REPAIR INFORMATION:
1.
If the following three conditions are met:
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The Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) is suspected
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The ECM / TCM has no codes stored
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The Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) has the words "DAE SUNG" molded on the part
Then conduct the following diagnostic procedure:
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The vehicle must be idling (with all accessories turned off)
