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Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1997 🢒 Malibu 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 2.4L 🢒 Throttle Position Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 13315 Size: SH
  1. Remove the air cleaner outlet resonator. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Resonator .
  2. Remove the throttle body. Refer to Throttle Body Assembly Replacement .
  3. Remove the TP sensor attaching screws (1).
  4. Remove the TP sensor (2).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 13315 Size: SH
  1. With the throttle valve in the normal closed (idle) position, install the throttle position sensor (2) on the throttle body assembly.

    2. Important: Install the new TP sensor attaching screws when replacing the TP sensor.

  2. Install the two TP sensor screws (1).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 3 N·m (27 lb. in.).

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the throttle body. Refer to Throttle Body Assembly Replacement .
  4. Install the air cleaner outlet resonator. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Resonator .