1993 Volvo 850 TPS sensor, cam shaft position sensor

1993 VOLVO 850
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DAHUBB
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1993 Volvo 850 Front Wheel Drive Automatic 156000 miles

obd codes show faulty or missing throttle position sensor and camshaft position sensor faulty or missing.
Where are these located? and can I change them myself.
I cannot get my car smoged because of cel comes on during test.
93 volvo 850 w/ 5 cylinder
Jan 20, 2010 at 11:22 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi dahubb, Thank you for the donation. The diagram shows the various sensors, TP = Throttle Position sensor.


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/192750_EngComp93Volvo850Fig03_2.jpg

Replacement are straight forward, remove and install. Before going further, check the wire connectors to the above 2 items to confirm that they are not contaminated or loose.
Jan 20, 2010 at 11:54 AM
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