Parts for your 2007 Honda Cr-v-Throttle position sensors

2007 Honda CR‑V Throttle Position Sensors — What They Do and How They’re Serviced

Technical sources such as the Honda CR‑V 2007–2011 Service Manual (PGM‑FI/ETCS section), Honda OBD‑II DTC references, and OEM parts catalogues confirm the 2007 CR‑V does use throttle position sensors. They’re integrated into the electronic throttle body as dual sensors (Throttle Position Sensor A and B). There isn’t a separate, bolt‑on TPS like older cable‑throttle Hondas — the sensors come as part of the throttle body assembly.

On this model, the TPS pair constantly reports throttle plate angle to the ECU, which then manages fuel, ignition, idle speed, cruise control and transmission behaviour. Because it’s drive‑by‑wire, the ECU compares the throttle body’s TP sensors with the accelerator pedal position sensor to make sure everything agrees. Any mismatch throws a code and can put the car into limp mode. Honda’s service literature lists common codes such as P0121, P0122, P0123 and P2135 for range, performance, or correlation issues.

If those sensors play up, the CR‑V can feel doughy off the mark, surge, idle roughly, or show the MIL. The fix isn’t a standalone sensor swap — Honda specifies replacing the throttle body if the integrated TPS fails. Before going that far, it’s worth basic checks that often sort things:

• Inspect the throttle body connector and wiring under the bonnet for corrosion, loose pins or rubbed‑through insulation.
• Scan live data to see TP Sensor A and B move smoothly and agree through their range, and compare with the accelerator pedal readings.
• Ensure solid battery/charging voltage, low volts can trigger false ETCS faults.

As part of routine servicing, many workshops in Aus/NZ clean the throttle body every 40–60,000 km. Use a proper throttle body cleaner, avoid flooding the shaft area, and never force the plate by hand. After cleaning or a battery disconnect, perform an idle/throttle relearn as per the Honda manual (warm the engine fully and allow it to idle with all loads off for several minutes). If replacement is required, fit a quality throttle body, use a new gasket, torque to the service spec, and carry out the ETCS/idle learn. There’s no manual adjustment of the TPS — calibration is handled by the ECU.

Technical references: Honda CR‑V 2007–2011 Service Manual (PGM‑FI, Electronic Throttle Control), Honda OBD‑II DTC listings (P0121–P2135), Honda OEM parts catalogues showing the throttle body with integrated TP sensors.

Popular questions

Does a 2007 Honda CR‑V have a separate TPS I can change?
No — the throttle position sensors are built into the electronic throttle body as a matched pair (A/B). If testing shows a faulty TPS, Honda’s procedure is to replace the complete throttle body assembly and perform the idle/throttle relearn.

What are the signs the TPS is crook on a 2007 CR‑V?
Common clues include a check engine light, limp‑home mode, flat spots, surging or a hunting idle. Scan data may show TP Sensor A and B disagreeing, and codes like P0121, P0122, P0123 or P2135. Always check the connector and wiring before condemning the throttle body.

Can cleaning fix TPS issues on this model?
If grime is making the throttle plate sticky, a careful throttle body clean can help drivability. It won’t repair a failed sensor, but it often prevents false faults. After cleaning, warm the engine fully and complete the idle/throttle relearn so the ECU can settle the new airflow baseline.