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Why do throttle body position sensors fail in high-mileage diesel engines?

Answer

Wear on sensor potentiometer and carbon buildup.

Explain

High-mileage sensors develop potentiometer wear. CHEPQ tools test sensor voltage fluctuations and clean carbon deposits—replacing the sensor resolves erratic engine operation.

Related Diagnostic Guide

To explore this topic in a broader system-level diagnostic context:

Related Guide: Sensor Signal Integrity & Data Validation Diagnostics

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