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2003 3.8 tps

Old Jul 24, 2018 | 07:11 AM
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Default 2003 3.8 tps

I wondering if I need a scanner to adjust a new tps or is it just a bolt on sensor. My brother put one in last night and now I have a bunch of messages on my phone. Any suggestions are appreciated.
 
Old Jul 26, 2018 | 07:02 PM
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I know some cars need some adjustments to install a TPS, but these 3800's are just bolt it in, plug it in and go. No adjustments required.
 
Old Jul 26, 2018 | 08:37 PM
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Thanks Jason, it's been a while since I have put one on and I remembered something about a scanner but I'm getting old timers and forget things.
 
Old Jul 27, 2018 | 08:25 AM
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I believe that's just to test them to make sure the voltage reading corresponds to the correct throttle position.
 
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