Replaced TPS and hoses, still Engine light and idle probs
We've had trouble with the idling ever since we had the Transfer case replaced almost 2 yrs ago. The speedo/odometer died and we replaced the speed sensor to make the speedo work again and it still doesn't work with the new speed sensor.
To fix the idle problem we replaced the throttle position sensor and verified it works and the vacuum lines all around it were replaced b/c they were split and cracked. The engine light turned off when we pulled the batt and then it came back on again after we drove it 5 mins.- and the RPMs still drop when we slow down suddenly or take a slow turn and it is still shutting off just like someone pulled the plug. It doesn't sputter or anything, the RPMs just drop like a tank until it just shuts off. What else in the world could this be?! We thought the TPS replacement would fix this idle problem. Could this be tied to the replacement Transfer Case since it happened around the same time?
The last thing I am thinking, is I used to be able to just turn the key and have her start. Lately, I have had to turn the key and wait until. the fuel pump stops humming and THEN turn it over to start.
Also, to put a weird spin on it, now the area around the gear shifter (automatic) is getting fire hot! I put my finger on where the P R D N etc are and it was extremely hot! What is happening?!!
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