Section 03-14: Engine Controls, Electronic
1996 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-Super Duty Series and Bronco Vehicles Workshop Manual
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

Throttle Position (TP) Sensor

Gasoline Engines

The throttle position sensor (TP sensor) (9B989) is a potentiometer that provides a signal to the powertrain control module (PCM) (12A650) proportional to the throttle plate position. The throttle position sensor connects to the throttle plate shaft.