What is the importance of the throttle position sensor and linkage for Hyundai Accent driveability?

The throttle position sensor and the linkage are supposed to be functioning well otherwise driveability will be affected. Therefore, it is advisable to find someone who may manipulate the throttle while you visually observe the sensor as well as the linkage. The actuator called cam-shaped installed on 1986 and 1987 models must have to move smoothly all through its arc and keep touching and discontinuing to touch gradually to the throttle position sensor. Specifically, this actuator is found on carburetors' left side which should also travel smoothly around its axis while it presses continuously on the rearwardly located throttle position sensor. In other words, for 1988 model onwards, check whether a lever operates effortlessly or not and that both screws holding it are firmly tightened.

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Hyundai Accent Sensor Assembly-Throttle Position
Part Number: 35170-22600
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- Other Name: Actuator, Throttle Position Sensor
- Replaces: 35170-23500
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Hyundai's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2006 Hyundai Accent | Low Grade, Middle Grade | 3 Door Sedan, 4 Door Sedan
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Hyundai Accent Sensor Assembly-Throttle Position
Part Number: 35170-22010
$129.00 MSRP: $181.24
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- Other Name: Throttle Position Sensor
- Manufacturer Note: KEFICO
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Hyundai's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1994-1999 Hyundai Accent | High Grade, Low Grade, Middle Grade | 3 Door, 4 Door
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Hyundai Accent Sensor Assembly-Throttle Position
Part Number: 35170-26900
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- Other Name: Throttle Position Sensor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Hyundai's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2011 Hyundai Accent | High Grade, Middle Grade | DOHC - MPI | 3 Door Sedan, 4 Door Sedan, Sedan - 3Door 5P, Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Hyundai Accent Sensor Assembly-Throttle Position
Part Number: 35170-22001
Product Specifications
- Manufacturer Note: BOSCH
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Hyundai's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1994-1999 Hyundai Accent | High Grade, Low Grade, Middle Grade | 3 Door, 4 Door
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Hyundai Accent Sensor Assembly-Throttle
Part Number: 35170-23000
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor Assembly-Throttle Position
- Manufacturer Note: DAESUNG
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Hyundai's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1994-1999 Hyundai Accent | High Grade, Low Grade, Middle Grade | 3 Door, 4 Door

Hyundai Accent Throttle Position Sensor

The Throttle Position Sensor in the Hyundai Accent informs the engine computer how far open the throttle is, allowing the ECU to adapt the fuel to the incoming air for smooth power and clean combustion. This Throttle Position Sensor is mounted on the throttle shaft. It sends a voltage every split second to the ECU, which compares it with data that is stored before spraying the fuel. The early Accent models employed a contact style unit comprising a sliding wiper placed on a resistive strip. Later versions, however, utilized non-contact styles incorporating Hall effect or magnetoresistive units that measure changes in a magnetic field. The newer non-contact Throttle Position Sensor eliminates wear by not having anything roll against anything, so the heat and vibrations can't wear out the circuit. Both configurations in every Hyundai Accent aim to convert shaft angle into a steady electrical signal the ECU can use to keep the car accelerating quickly, cruising steadily, and idling efficiently. When the sensor starts drifting or drops out, an Accent may stumble and waste fuel or lose power suddenly with a warning to drivers to replace the failing Throttle Position Sensor before it dies. When owners replace the faulty Throttle Position Sensor with a new factory unit, they get back to precise throttle feedback, keeping their Hyundai running crisply.

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Sensor Assembly-Throttle Position
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Q: What is the importance of the throttle position sensor and linkage for Hyundai Accent driveability?
A:
The throttle position sensor and the linkage are supposed to be functioning well otherwise driveability will be affected. Therefore, it is advisable to find someone who may manipulate the throttle while you visually observe the sensor as well as the linkage. The actuator called cam-shaped installed on 1986 and 1987 models must have to move smoothly all through its arc and keep touching and discontinuing to touch gradually to the throttle position sensor. Specifically, this actuator is found on carburetors' left side which should also travel smoothly around its axis while it presses continuously on the rearwardly located throttle position sensor. In other words, for 1988 model onwards, check whether a lever operates effortlessly or not and that both screws holding it are firmly tightened.