Find a Mobile Mechanic or Garage in Colchester for Throttle Position Sensor Replacement & Repairs
Top garages & mobile mechanics for Throttle Position Sensor Replacement & Repairs in Colchester

543 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

11 Reviews

Garage in Colchester, 20 years of experience
Jhmotors born in 2016 by owner Joe Hodea who has over 20 years in the industry. Joe has spent many years working in main dealers and has experience with Jeep/Chrysler, Ford ,Skoda ,Vw ,and Peugeot to name ...

6 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Colchester, 6 years of experience
We’re a local mobile mechanic with 6 years of experience we take on anything and everything no job is to big or small we are mobile and have a workshop for the bigger jobs if you wanna see what we do go over...

43 Reviews

Garage in Colchester, 48 years of experience
47 years as a fully skilled Engineer and Mechanic, MOT Tester qualified, specialist in Classic Cars, all repairs including MOT failure/repair welcomed, heavy plant engineer trained.

3 Reviews

Garage in Colchester, 25 years of experience
Been the mechanic for 25 years for main dealers, and for aftermarket garages, the current MOT tester as well who can undertake work from servicing, general replies, welding air-conditioning, re-gas clutches ...

109 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Colchester, 25 years of experience
I have worked in the mechanics field for 25 years and still working in this field. I have experience on various makes and models of cars trucks heavy plant equipment. I always enjoyed working as a mobil...

34 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Colchester, 22 years of experience
Lexden Vehicle Services offers professional mobile servicing, repairs, diagnostics and more in the Colchester and district area. We come to your home or place of work, weekdays or weekends at a time to suit...

301 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Colchester, years of experience
Here at Mobile Auto Solutions, we bring the modern tools and techniques needed to maintain and diagnose your vehicle from the workshop to your house. We undertake routine servicing, cambelt replacement, MOTs...
PETER, COLCHESTER07810 • 4th November 2021
Suzuki Swift • Full Service

12 Reviews

Garage in Colchester, 15 years of experience
Co-owner of VR Car Srvices Rihards has been in the trade for over 15 years with experience of working in independent garages on all makes & models. Rihards and his busines partner Valdis set-up VR Car Servi...

25 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Colchester, 15 years of experience
Fully qualified and have worked in various aspects of the industry on all vehicles from small 50cc mopeds all the way through to bus and truck.
TOM, COLCHESTER • 30th July 2025
Nissan Qashqai • Engine oil & filter replacement

18 Reviews

Garage serving Colchester, 30 years of experience
Halfway Garage has the equipment and expertise to repair and maintain your vehicle. Our emphasis is on transparency and professionalism. We pride ourselves on performing the highest quality vehicle servicing...

153 Reviews

Garage serving Colchester, 6 years of experience
I personally started Apex Tuning part time nearly 7 years ago and have since worked in a number of garages as well as along side some incredibly knowledgable technicians to become the succesful small busines...
LEE, COUNTY • 21st July 2025
Volvo V40 • Clutch replacement

32 Reviews

Garage serving Colchester, 15 years of experience
Bmw tech Classic car restoration Mechaincal engineer Obd plug and fault find professional
MATTHEW, Colchester • 19th July 2025
Vauxhall Corsa • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)

57 Reviews

Garage serving Colchester, 23 years of experience
DPF cleaning is an essential service for diesel engine vehicles, as it helps to keep the engine running smoothly and efficiently. • Our DPF cleaning service is top-notch, using the latest technologi...
AISHA, Colchester • 18th July 2025
Renault Captur • Additional work following previous booking

896 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Colchester, 15 years of experience
Having previously worked for one of the U.K largest used car dealership I gained valuable experience working with all makes and models for 6 years. I then moved on to further my experience and worked for a...
RAYMOND, Colchester • 7th July 2025
Hyundai Tucson • Full Service
Frequently asked questions about throttle position sensor replacement & repairs in Colchester
Read our answers to questions about throttle position sensor replacement costs, symptoms and more.
What does a throttle position sensor replacement in Colchester 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 Colchester?
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 Colchester?
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 Colchester garages offer home collection and delivery for throttle position sensor replacement?
Yes, many garages in Colchester 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 Colchester.
Can Colchester mobile mechanics do throttle position sensor replacement at my home or office?
Yes, Colchester 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 Colchester
- CS Automotive Vehicle Repair Ltd., Kelvedon
- Celitos, Colchester
- J&T M Autos, Clacton
- John Lowry, Colchester
- Kgtechnicians, Colchester
- Lawford Service Station, Manningtree
- SJB Mobile Motor Services, Harwich
- Sage Vehicle Technician, Alresford
- Saint Auto, Colchester
- Sg Mobile Mechanic, Colchester
- Supreme Auto Services Ltd T/A Halfway Garage, Clacton On Sea
- The Pit Stop Colchester Ltd, Gt Bentley
- The Smart Repair Centre, Colchester
- Transylvania Repaires Ltd, Colchester
- Vr Car Services Ltd, Colchester
- Wyatt Motor Group LTD, Earls Colne