throttle position sensor problem

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  1. W.Hirsch

    W.Hirsch Yippie-Ki-Yay....

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    So I think I need a throttle position sensor. But this will be the 4th one I have put in the truck in just over 3 years. I have know idea why they keep going bad. So here is what it does. When I come to a stop the RPMs drop untill it dies. Or if I just slow down to take a tight turn they will drop and it will die. It has stoped for a bit every time I replace the TPS but I am getting tired of replacing them.
     
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    sorry bro, i don't have a clue
     
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    I don't think its your TPS, more like your IAC, take it off and clean it with brake cleaner, also replace your PCV valve, they are cheap.
     
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    W.Hirsch Yippie-Ki-Yay....

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    ^ thanks I'll give it a shot
     
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    You reminded me of a similar issue that my cuz was experiencing in his 04 several years ago, when he would turn really tight like a u-turn his truck would die, and would also do it when you slam on the brakes at a red light. Ended up being a fuel pump issue, hope its not for you too.
     
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    well its even if you come to a slow stop ...... it started it on me earlier today .... i kinda drive like grand pa ......
     

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