Trying to locate the correct TPS (throttle position sensor) 2008 Element

Sciguyhpm · Jul 14, 2023

My partner's 2008 Element simultaneously showed check engine, VSA !, loss of cruise control and began bucking while accelerating at certain throttle settings. Searches of this site would leave me to believe the cause may well be a defective TPS. I understand that Honda designed their throttle body to have a non removable TPS but have viewed several Youtubes showing how easily the old one can be removed, a new one installed and how to calibrate the new one. I see several aftermarkets TPSs listed for 2003-2005 Elements but none for the 2008. Could one of you more savy folks direct me to an appropriate unit via a link. I'd really hate to have to put in a new $$$$$ throttle body for want of a mush less expensive sensor.

Thanks for any informed replies.

Hugh

07lmnt · Jul 14, 2023

2008 is drive-by wire, no TPS.

Sciguyhpm · Jul 14, 2023

Yikes, that foils my current plan. Does the fly by wire throttle body still have a tps and if so do those go bad? Thanks, Hugh

07lmnt · Jul 15, 2023

Actually has 2 internal sensors, one increases voltage, other decreases voltage as the drive motor rotates the throttle shaft.

Sensors are not serviced separately, only complete TB. Wires and connections have to be in tip top shape or codes can set. Extremely finicky due to the possibilities of unintended acceleration.

The throttle pedal has 2 sensors that can give the same problems as the TB, so you need to scan for codes to start any diagnosis.

Trying to locate the correct TPS (throttle position sensor) 2008 Element

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