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How to Replace the Throttle Pedal Sensor?

Model: (Various brands) Various
Part: Checks and maintenance

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To replace the throttle pedal sensor, loosen the screws securing the panel at the bottom of the dashboard, just behind the pedal assembly. Once this panel is removed, you can loosen the screws that secure the pedal to the sensor, allowing it to be extracted and disconnected from the appropriate connectors.

Once the old sensor is removed, you can insert the new one. After installation, reattach the pedal and the panel behind the pedal assembly.


Updated on 21 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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