BRAND NEW *OEM Quality* throttle position sensor for Holden Commodore VS VT VU VX VY 3.8L V6 Ecotec engines (L36 / LN3 / L67 Supercharged).

A worn or drifting TPS is one of the most common causes of a rough idle or flared gearshift on the VS-VY Commodore V6 - the sensor reports throttle angle to the ECU and PCM, and once its signal drifts out of range the engine and transmission both start compensating badly. This replacement is built to OE reference 94580175 for a direct plug-and-play fit. Dispatched same or next business day from Cranbourne VIC.

TO SUIT

Fits Holden Commodore VS, VT, VU, VX and VY sedan, wagon and ute models with the 3.8L V6 Ecotec engine, including the naturally aspirated L36/LN3 and Supercharged L67. Also suits the badge-engineered Commodore-based Calais, Crewman, One Tonner, HSV XU6 and Toyota Lexcen across the same production run (1995-2004). Full model-by-model coverage with production date ranges is listed below.

FITMENT CHECK

Suits 3.8L V6 Ecotec engines only (engine codes L36, LN3, L67 Supercharged). Does NOT fit the 5.7L V8 LS1 or 6.0L V8 LS2 Commodore/HSV variants - these use a different throttle body and sensor. Confirm your engine code on the underbonnet compliance plate before ordering.

OEM PART NUMBERS

94580175
17080671
17087653
17106681
17111815
17112679

OTHER PART NUMBERS

BOSCH: F00099S004
VEMO: V40-72-0311
WALKER: 200-1047
DELPHI: SS10425-12B1
NTY: ECP-PL-015
AFI: TPS9018
GOSS: TP021
TRIDON: TTH002
OEX (Delphi): OTPS131

PACKAGE INCLUDES

1 x Throttle Position Sensor. Supplied without wiring pigtail - reuse your original connector plug.

ABOUT THIS SENSOR

The Ecotec 3.8L V6 uses the TPS to blend throttle angle with airflow and RPM data so the ECU can trim fuel and ignition timing in real time - on the supercharged L67, the PCM also leans on a clean TPS signal to manage boost-related fuel enrichment and to time the 4L60E transmission's shift points.

A failing sensor here doesn't just cause a rough idle - on Supercharged Commodore, Calais and HSV models it commonly shows up first as a hesitant, surging power delivery under boost, or a transmission that flares or holds gears too long because the PCM is second-guessing a noisy throttle signal.

COMMON SYMPTOMS OF FAILURE

Fault codes P0120 / P0121 / P0122 / P0123 / P0124
Rough or fluctuating idle, especially at traffic lights
Hesitation, surge or flat spots under acceleration - more noticeable under boost on Supercharged L67 models
Harsh, flared or delayed automatic transmission shifts
Vehicle entering limp mode or showing reduced engine power
Poor fuel economy or hard starting after the engine has warmed up

[04/95 - 08/97] HOLDEN COMMODORE VS i V6 (3.8L V6 LG2 147kW)
[04/95 - 12/00] HOLDEN COMMODORE VS i V6 (3.8L V6 LG2 147kW)
[08/95 - 06/97] HOLDEN COMMODORE VS i V6 Supercharged (3.8L V6 L67 165kW)
[09/97 - 08/00] HOLDEN COMMODORE VT i V6 (3.8L V6 LN3 147kW)
[09/97 - 08/00] HOLDEN COMMODORE VT i V6 Supercharged (3.8L V6 L67 171kW)
[12/00 - 09/02] HOLDEN COMMODORE VU i V6 (3.8L V6 L36(231CUV6) 147kW)
[12/01 - 09/02] HOLDEN COMMODORE VU i V6 (3.8L V6 LN3 152kW)
[09/00 - 09/02] HOLDEN COMMODORE VX i V6 (3.8L V6 LN3 152kW)
[09/00 - 08/02] HOLDEN COMMODORE VX i V6 Supercharged (3.8L V6 L67 171kW)
[09/02 - 08/04] HOLDEN COMMODORE VY i V6 (3.8L V6 LN3 152kW)
[09/02 - 08/04] HOLDEN COMMODORE VY i V6 Supercharged (3.8L V6 L67 171kW)
[04/95 - 08/97] HOLDEN CALAIS VS i V6 (3.8L V6 LG2 147kW)
[09/96 - 06/97] HOLDEN CALAIS VS i V6 Supercharged (3.8L V6 L67 165kW)
[09/97 - 10/00] HOLDEN CALAIS VT i V6 (3.8L V6 LN3 147kW)
[09/97 - 10/00] HOLDEN CALAIS VT i V6 Supercharged (3.8L V6 L67 171kW)
[09/00 - 09/02] HOLDEN CALAIS VX i V6 (3.8L V6 LN3 152kW)
[09/00 - 08/02] HOLDEN CALAIS VX i V6 Supercharged (3.8L V6 L67 171kW)
[09/02 - 08/04] HOLDEN CALAIS VY i V6 (3.8L V6 LN3 152kW)
[09/02 - 08/04] HOLDEN CALAIS VY i V6 Supercharged (3.8L V6 L67 171kW)
[09/03 - 07/04] HOLDEN CREWMAN VY i V6 (3.8L V6 LN3 152kW)
[06/03 - 12/04] HOLDEN ONE TONNER VY i V6 (3.8L V6 LN3 152kW)
[03/98 - 10/00] HSV XU6 VT i V6 Supercharged (3.8L V6 L67 180kW)
[09/00 - 10/02] HSV XU6 VX i V6 Supercharged (3.8L V6 L67 180kW)
[08/93 - 10/95] TOYOTA LEXCEN VR (3.8L V6 L36 130kW)
[11/95 - 12/97] TOYOTA LEXCEN VS (3.8L V6 L36 147kW)

What fault codes does a faulty TPS trigger?

A faulty throttle position sensor typically triggers codes P0120 to P0124. P0120 and P0121 indicate the TPS signal is out of range, P0122 and P0123 indicate the signal is too low or too high, and P0124 indicates an intermittent signal. On drive-by-wire vehicles additional codes related to the electronic throttle control system may also be present.

Can a faulty TPS cause my automatic transmission to shift incorrectly?

Yes. The ECU shares throttle position data with the transmission control module to determine when to upshift and downshift. A faulty TPS sending incorrect throttle angle data can cause erratic shift points, harsh gear changes, the transmission hunting between gears, or the vehicle remaining in a fixed gear. Replacing the TPS often resolves transmission behaviour issues that appear unrelated.

Is it safe to drive with a faulty throttle position sensor?

It depends on how severely the sensor has failed. A partially failed TPS may cause hesitation and poor throttle response but the vehicle remains driveable. A fully failed TPS on a drive-by-wire vehicle can trigger limp mode, restricting the engine to a fixed low throttle position to prevent runaway acceleration. In either case replace the sensor as soon as possible as the fault can worsen without warning.

What are the symptoms of a faulty throttle position sensor?

Symptoms include jerky or hesitant acceleration, rough idle, unexpected surging, poor throttle response, stalling, and fault codes P0120-P0124. Drive-by-wire vehicles may also enter a limp mode limiting engine power.

Can I clean a throttle position sensor instead of replacing it?

TPS sensors are sealed units and cannot be cleaned or adjusted reliably. If the sensor is producing erratic signals or fault codes, replacement is the correct solution. Attempting to clean or adjust it usually results in continued faults.

Do I need to calibrate the throttle position sensor after replacement?

Many vehicles require a TPS calibration or throttle body relearn procedure after replacement. This is usually done with an OBD2 scanner or by following a specific ignition on/off sequence. Check your vehicle's service manual or contact us for guidance.

Identification
SKU	CTPS131
Barcode #	9341554030138
Brand	Aftermarket OEM Replacement
Part Numbers
Part Number	CTPS131
Reference OEM Number	94580175
Other OEM Numbers	94580175, 17080671, 17087653, 17106681, 17111815, 17112679
Related Part Numbers	SS10425, TP021, TPS-001, TTH002, TPS9018, OTPS131
Trade Part Numbers	BOSCH: F00099S004, VEMO: V40-72-0311, NTY: ECP-PL-015
Product Specifics
Product Type	SENSOR
Sensor Type	Throttle position sensor
Number of pins	3-pin connector
Connector Shape	Round
Number of mounting bores	2
Rotation Direction	Clockwise rotation
Fitment Type	Direct Replacement
Other Details
Note	Sold without wiring pigtail - reuse your original connector.
Unit Of Measure	ea