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1997 Ford Ranger Super Cab Throttle Position Sensor (part#EC3173)

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Brand: BWD
Advance Auto Parts Part#: 18480531
Suitable vehicles: Click to find if this product can be used with your vehicle:
  • Ford
    • Ranger Super Cab
      • 1997
        • 1997 Ford Ranger Super Cab (4.0L 245CI V6 FI VIN: X)


BWD throttle position sensors maintain specific installed outputs to match OE rather than adjustable consolidated designs. The circuits are printed on flexible polyimide film or ceramic-based substrates for excellent dimensional stability and for the prevention of electrical performance drift.
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Connector Gender:Female
Terminal Gender:Male

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  • Q:

    Would the TPS cause code P0305 and check engine light to stay on? Ford Explorer 1996 4.0 4wd XLT. THe code seems to be engine misfiring on #5 cyl.
    Asked on 6/29/2012 by 50ronnie

    2 answers

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      A:

      This code P0305 can be caused due to faulty spark plug or wire, faulty coil (pack), faulty oxygen sensor(s), faulty fuel injector, burned exhaust valve, faulty catalytic converter(s), running out of fuel, poor compression, defective computer. We would suggest taking your vehicle to a certified mechanic for a proper diagnosis before buying and having parts installed that may not (solve/be) the problem. For any further assistance, please visit your nearest Advance Auto store or call us directly at 1-877-ADVANCE (238-2623) and one of our representatives there would be more than happy to assist you.

      Answered on 6/30/2012 by Ralph from AAP

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      A:

      This code P0305 can be caused due to faulty spark plug or wire, faulty coil (pack), faulty oxygen sensor(s), faulty fuel injector, burned exhaust valve, faulty catalytic converter(s), running out of fuel, poor compression, defective computer. We would suggest taking your vehicle to a certified mechanic for a proper diagnosis before buying and having parts installed that may not (solve/be) the problem. For any further assistance, please visit your nearest Advance Auto store or call us directly at 1-877-ADVANCE (238-2623) and one of our representatives there would be more than happy to assist you.

      Answered on 6/30/2012 by Ralph from AAP

  • Q:

    My 96 ford explorer has started chugging, and now wants to stall when you first start it up . Could the throttle position sensor be the problem?
    Asked on 5/27/2012 by paula from martin,pa

    1 answer

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      A:

      There are many possibilities for an Engine to stall while starting - an engine vacuum leak, a dirty or defective airflow sensor, a defective idle speed control system, a faulty coolant sensor, a faulty air temperature sensor, a bad Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor, Low engine compression and Worn or fouled spark plugs. I would suggest taking your vehicle to a certified mechanic for a proper diagnosis before buying and having parts installed that may not (solve/be) the problem.

      Answered on 5/28/2012 by John the Car-Doc from AAP

  • Q:

    I have a 1995 Ford Explorer I replaced the fueal pump and the truck will start and stay running but when I press the gas it stays at idle speed nothing happens at all. Could this be the TPS?
    Asked on 2/13/2012 by Dom from Cedar Rapids, IA

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      A:

      Yes, the throttle position sensor may be the problem. However, I would suggest taking your vehicle to a certified mechanic for a proper diagnosis before buying and having parts installed that may not (solve/be) the problem.

      Answered on 2/13/2012 by Vincent from AAP

  • Q:

    I have a 2000 Ford Ranger 4.0 engine. I can start the truck up and let it run and it sounds good as long as it is in park but when i try to put it in gear (under a load) it starts to misfire like it is sucking to much air. Could it be the Throttle Position Sensor? Or should I be looking at the egr sensor ? Thanks Duane
    Asked on 8/16/2011 by Duane1956 from Ripley, Wv

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      A:

      There may be even some other reasons for this problem. I would suggest taking your vehicle to a certified mechanic for a proper diagnosis before buying and having parts installed that may not (solve/be) the problem.

      Answered on 8/17/2011 by Steve from AAP

  • Q:

    97 ford ranger 4.0 will this part cause the check engine light to come on and if so what code would it give mine is giving a PO751 lean fuel bank
    Asked on 7/16/2011 by Anonymous from cartersville ga

    1 answer

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      A:

      P0751 - Shift Solenoid "A" Performance or Stuck Off.

      Answered on 7/17/2011 by DIY Daniel from AAP

  • Q:

    My 99 Ranger 4.oL Idles fine but when I step on the gas it wants to die. Coulkd this be the TPS?
    Asked on 6/18/2011 by Anonymous

    1 answer

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      A:

      Yes, your throttle position sensor should be the problem.

      Answered on 6/24/2011 by Vincent from AAP

  • Q:

    I have a 2000 Ford Ranger with a 4.0 it does not want to idel and wants to stall out. It is also a 4x4 and does not want to engage into 4 wheel drive now that it will not idel. Could this be the throttle position sensor.
    Asked on 4/20/2011 by confussed from l&p mich,

    1 answer

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      A:

      This could possibly be the problem. However, without the presence of your vehicle we would not be able to properly diagnose it nor provide you with a 100% answer.

      Answered on 4/21/2011 by David the Dynamite Parts Guy from AAP

  • Q:

    If the tps is bad what are the effects or how would the vehicle run different? My explorer is acting real cold natured and won't stay running without me keeping my foot on the gas until it warms up and thenwants to die when I start to drive it and will die sometimes while I anm shifting gears. If the tps is bad would it cause my vehicle to run like that, and if its not that what would make it run like that?
    Asked on 11/2/2010 by samjr81 from ross, tx

    1 answer

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      A:

      Possibly, it could also be the idle air control if your vehicle is equipped with one.

      Answered on 11/3/2010 by Mike the Auto Parts Master from AAP

  • Q:

    Would this cause the transmission to slip, not shift or overall lose of power?
    Asked on 8/23/2010 by murph from golden co

    1 answer

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      A:

      Please provide more vehicle info for further assistance.

      Answered on 8/25/2010 by michael from aap

  • Q:

    Will this part help to keep the car from idling too low.
    Asked on 6/2/2010 by Anonymous

    1 answer

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      A:

      The throttle position sensor usually is not the cause of car idling problems. Usually the idle air control valve is what causes idling problems.

      Answered on 6/2/2010 by Mike from AAP
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