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Can a defective TPS cause an erratic shift?

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Old 06-05-2009, 08:02 AM
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My daughters 01 L200 started shifting erratically at about the same time the check engine light indicated a problem with the TPS. The trans does not slip, it just shifts hard, and shifts at the wrong time sometimes. Thanks, Howie
 
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Old 06-05-2009, 08:42 AM
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Well ..... it could. The Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) is one of a number of signals that is sent to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM), which sends shift signals to the transmission and will ultimately affect the overall driveability of the vehicle.
 
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Old 11-29-2009, 08:00 AM
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Sorry, I almost forgot to resolve this issue. The tps was the problem. New tps= happy ending.
 
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excellent -- good good good in the area
 
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