Question: Hoping someone can help…2004 CRV “bucks” when almost stopped (betwen 0 and 5pmh). Brought it to a dealer who said throttle position sensor was shot and Honda does not sell just the sensor, have to buy the full throttle body. I understand there was a bulletin from Honda that TPS was a potentially defective part. Even though dealer sold the car to us with this part, they would not work with us on it because we have not had any maintenance done with them at all since buying the car, and quoted $1100 for repair.
Called another Honda dealer who said part/labor was $750.
Anyone know about how long the labor would be on this, as the discrepancy seems high (part is around $550-600). Is the first dealer way off price?
Secondly, is there any way to replace just the sensor? From what I have read, I don’t think so, but does anyone have any ideas how this can be done for cheaper than the quotes above?!
Thanks in advance!
Mike
Answer: Actually you may be feeling the engine or transmission bucking.I assume the dealer went through a diagnostic procedure to determine the problem. In 99% of the cases this will be accurate. The TPS (throttle position sensor) has several duties and is integral in engine and transmission performance.
My suggestion would be to call some of the better salvage yards and see if they test TPS’s and sell them. It is a great way to buy good used parts. Most of the better engine suppliers can help you with this. In fact many automotive recycling companies save, test and sell these type of parts. In most cases these good used parts come with a one year warranty. You may want to consider other items as well, such as TCM (transmission control modules) ECM (engine control modules) and other electrical components.
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