RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (2002)
Throttle Position Sensor: Service and Repair
Fig. 41 TPS Location - 5.9L
REMOVAL
The TPS is located on the side of the throttle body.
1. Remove air intake tube at throttle body.
2. Disconnect TPS electrical connector.
3. Remove two TPS mounting bolts.
4. Remove TPS from throttle body.
Fig. 44 TPS Installation - 5.9L
INSTALLATION
The throttle shaft end of the throttle body slides into a socket in the TPS. The TPS must be installed so that it can be rotated a few degrees. If sensor will
not rotate, install sensor with throttle shaft on other side of socket tangs. The TPS will be under slight tension when rotated.
1. Install TPS and two retaining bolts.
2. Tighten bolts to 7 Nm (60 in. lbs.) torque.
3. Manually operate throttle control lever by hand to check for any binding of TPS.
4. Connect TPS electrical connector to TPS.
5. Install air intake tube.
