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Volkswagen Repair/1999 vw passat

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Expert: Rick O. - 1/26/2009


Question
i have a 1999 VW Passat with a v6 5v 2.8L non turbo engine can you tell me or show by a picture where the TPS is located ?

Answer

TPS-16v
Corey,
 The TPS is the Throttle Position Sensor.  It is always located on the throttle body, where the fresh air enters the engine.  The accelerator pedal linkage is normally connected on one side and the sensor on the other.  It is has a 3 pin connector.  See picture.

Rick

Rick O.

Expertise

Classic, aircooled (rear engine) 1949-1979 VW's, specializing in electrical problems, fuel injection, and Type 181 "The Thing". NOTE: I have limited experience on water-cooled VWs (Rabbit, Golf, Jetta, etc...) but I am glad to help to the extent of my knowledge, due to the fact there are currently no other experts registered for these models.

Experience

15 years of aircooled VW ownership and maintenance.

Publications
Wikipedia, VW Beetle

Education/Credentials
Retired US military Electronics Tech/Master Training Specialist, Civilian Computer engineer.

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