Section 03-14: Engine Controls, Electronic
1996 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-Super Duty Series and Bronco Vehicles Workshop Manual
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

Accelerator Pedal (AP) Position Sensor

Diesel Engine

The accelerator pedal (AP) position sensor is a potentiometer that provides a signal to the powertrain control module (PCM) proportional to the accelerator pedal position. The accelerator pedal (AP) position sensor connects to the accelerator pedal shaft.