Top Mechanics For Throttle Position Sensor Replacement & Repairs in Farnborough

522 Reviews

Garage in London, 15 years of experience
I have been interested in the car repair industry for almost my entire life. The first few years were spent learning the trade and I went to college to study it properly. I worked at a garage as a BMW specia...
JACQUI, Loughton • 2nd December 2016
Vauxhall/Opel Astra-G • Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor replacement

17 Reviews

Garage in Farnborough, 16 years of experience
Mechanical Apprenticeship 2008-2011 Kwik Fit Service mechanic 2011-2013 Barons BMW technician 2013-2018 Guildford tyre company 2018-Present
IAN, Hampshire • 11th November 2024
MINI Mini Countryman • Full Service

273 Reviews

Garage in Farnborough, 25 years of experience
I started my career at 16 years old at a ford main dealer studying for my qualifications at the same time. Moved from ford and started building cars for films (And in the back ground started as a part tim...

28 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Farnborough, 8 years of experience
8 years in the industry, ranging from a vehicle mechanic in the Army, on the railway as a train technician and most recently a HVG technician for Mercedes. I always complete my jobs to a high standard and wi...
PATRICK, Hampshire • 31st December 2023
Nissan Micra • Diagnostic Inspection

159 Reviews

Garage in Farnborough, 40 years of experience
I completed my apprenticeship with Blox Services in London and subsequetly spent 13 years there before the business closed down. My move after Blox Services was to a well known security company called Securi...
CHRIS, Farnborough • 2nd February 2020
Citroen Berlingo • Diagnostic Inspection

5 Reviews

Garage serving Farnborough, 6 years of experience
MW Service and Repair is an automotive mobile mechanic service based in Fleet, UK. We provide quality service and repair for any make and model vehicle. We are dedicated to providing top-notch service to our...
TOM, Farnborough • 10th March 2025
Kia Picanto • Clutch cable replacement

81 Reviews

Garage serving Farnborough, 6 years of experience
I have worked as a mechanic in multiple garages however i started MK Servicing as a sole trader in 2022. I have since grown the business and the reputation by providing the best possible customer experience....
MATTHEW, Aldershot • 5th March 2025
Mercedes-Benz B-Class • Full Service

126 Reviews

Garage serving Farnborough, 8 years of experience
I bring over a 8 years of hands-on expertise in the automotive industry, making me a seasoned car mechanic you can trust. Throughout my career, I've worked with a diverse range of vehicles, from compact cars...
STEVEN, Farnborough • 23rd February 2025
Toyota Yaris • Wing mirror replacement (unpainted / electric) - passenger side

160 Reviews

Garage serving Farnborough, 10 years of experience
Over 17 years in the motor industry as a mechanic, in sales and managing my own mobile maintenance company. Starting out as a HGV mechanic apprentice and moving into commercial sales i have a wide variety of...
PUKAR, Hampshire • 17th February 2025
Nissan Qashqai • Plug-in Diagnostic Inspection

16 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Farnborough, 13 years of experience
Previously AT TECHNICIAN ( MERCEDES- BENZ). Now I work as mobile mechanic covering most jobs.
DOM, Farnborough • 27th January 2025
BMW 5 Series • Plug-in Diagnostic Inspection

38 Reviews

Garage serving Farnborough, 10 years of experience
Mobile Tyre Fitter! Have started as an apprentice mechanic at the age of 15 worked in a big commercial vehicle’s garage qualified at the age of 19 with NVQ level 2 on Mechanics with 19,5/20 have got a ma...
MIKE, FARNBOROUGH • 24th January 2025
Peugeot 206 • Tyre fitting

662 Reviews

Garage serving Farnborough, 12 years of experience
I started my career with Kwik-Fit when I was 16 for a number of years understanding the trade. I moved to work for a few independent garages for around 4 years before working with Vauxhall for 3 years and su...
CHARLIE, Hampshire • 22nd January 2025
Ford Transit • Glow plugs replacement (all)

48 Reviews

Garage serving Farnborough, 14 years of experience
My career started at very young age with Automotive Repairs and Servicing and then progressed to Aviation. Due to Covid-19 impact in aviation industry had made me return towards Automotive industry with ...

83 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Farnborough, 18 years of experience
As my career profile illustrates, I am well-prepared to meet and exceed your expectations. Having served as Vehicle Build Technician/Vehicle Service Technician within Automotive Industry, I am accustomed to ...

141 Reviews

Garage serving Farnborough, 18 years of experience
I started my journey into the motor trade 18years ago as a IMI apprentice and working my way up to gain level 3 in BTech then going off to university to study Motor sport engineering. I worked in Main dealer...
KHIEO, FARNBORUGH • 17th December 2024
Citroen C3 • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)
Frequently asked questions about throttle position sensor replacement & repairs in Farnborough
Read our answers to questions about throttle position sensor replacement costs, symptoms and more.
What does a throttle position sensor replacement in Farnborough involve?
Depending on the manufacturer, a number of different processes will need to be done in order to access the throttle potentiometer, however the mechanic will need to do some of the following basic steps
- The mechanic will assess the situation by reading the diagnostic codes and checking live data
- Once confirmed that the throttle potentiometer is faulty, they will continue on to replacing it.
- Once replaced, the mechanic will start the engine and recheck the error codes
What are the symptoms of a bad accelerator pedal sensor?
Depending on the vehicle, you may observe one or more of the following symptoms;
- Erratic engine idle.
- Hesitation under acceleration.
- Poor engine performance.
- Illuminated engine management light (EML)
How long will a throttle position sensor replacement take in Farnborough?
The time a throttle position sensor replacement will take will depend on a number of factors, like your vehicle's make and model, year, as well as other factors. Select your car at the top of this page for information on job time and cost for your vehicle through ClickMechanic.
How much does it cost to replace TPS sensor in Farnborough?
The cost of replacing a throttle potentiometer depends on your car and what parts your car's manufacturer recommends using for the replacement. Find out what you could save by having the throttle potentiometer replaced by ClickMechanic by selecting your car at the top of this page!
Can Farnborough garages offer home collection and delivery for throttle position sensor replacement?
Yes, many garages in Farnborough are able to offer collection and delivery for a throttle position sensor replacement. With ClickMechanic collection & delivery is free if your vehicle is drivable. Once booked a mechanic will pick up the vehicle on the day and time of your choice, do the work, and return the vehicle at a time convenient to you. Simply enter your vehicle registration number and postcode to get an upfront price for a throttle position sensor replacement in Farnborough.
Can Farnborough mobile mechanics do throttle position sensor replacement at my home or office?
Yes, Farnborough mobile mechanics can do a throttle position sensor replacement at your home or office, provided there is a safe and sufficient space to conduct the repair or replacement. With ClickMechanic, once booked for a date and time of your choice, your booking will be offered to vetted mobile mechanics in your area.
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Mechanics in and around Farnborough
- A.M.S Automotive, Farnborough
- Adam T, Aldershot
- All4automotive, Bagshot
- C A M AUTOS, Farborough
- Car & Tyres Clinic Ltd, Ash Vale
- Custom Restore, Finchampstead
- Ironside Automotives, Camberley
- JK BREAKDOWN SERVICES LIMITED, Hook
- JM Autotronics, Minley
- On The Go Mobile Mechanics, Woking
- R S Autoworks Limited, Woking
- REDLAKE GARAGE SERVICES LTD, Wokingham
- Smartmerks Ltd, Finchampstead
- Surrey Cars Care, London
- TRP Vehicle Services, Godalming
- Vulcan Motors LTD, Sandhurst
- WHILDE AUTOMOTIVE LTD, Bracknell