With so many working parts in the car, it’s highly probable that something will go wrong at some point. When the Check Engine Light comes on and the P2135 code is set, you don’t have to feel ...

The P2135 code indicates that the engine control module (ECM) has detected a mismatch between the voltage signals of Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) A and TPS B (image below). These dual sensors work ...

The throttle position sensor (TPS) on a vehicle does just what the name suggests: it measures how far down the gas pedal is depressed. In the days before cars had computers there was no TPS. With the ...

Today’s cars are equipped with advanced sensors for just about every system. While these sensors provide optimal operation, they can also fail and cause trouble. If you need to deal with the throttle ...

Learn the most common symptoms of a bad throttle position sensor. In modern cars, a throttle position sensor is a part of the fuel management system that takes into account the position of the ...

Certain things are a given in life, especially when it comes to cars. When you put your foot down on the gas pedal, it’s a given that your car will accelerate—until it doesn’t. There can be any number ...

The throttle position sensor monitors how far open the throttle valve (or blade) is open, which is determined by how far down the accelerator pedal has been pushed. The throttle position controls the ...

New cars are confusing. With all the computers, sensors, and gadgets, it may seem like there's some sort of magical witchcraft taking place under the hood. We're here to show you how modern automotive ...