- Communicates between your gas pedal and the throttle
- Notifies the throttle when to accelerate or decelerate
- Replacement requires an experienced technician
Your Nissan’s Accelerator Pedal Sensor passes electrical signals to the engine throttle, directing it on how fast or slow to go based on the position of the gas pedal. When the gas pedal is pressed down, the Accelerator Pedal Sensor then tells the throttle to open further and allow more fuel and air to enter the engine. When you release the gas pedal, the Accelerator Pedal Sensor notifies the throttle to close incrementally (how much it closes depends on the pedal position), which slows acceleration in your Nissan.
Before this technological advancement, the relationship between the throttle and the accelerator pedal was a mechanical system. In earlier vehicles, a wire connected the acceleration pedal to a component that would push or pull the throttle open and shut, depending on how hard the pedal was pushed. Nowadays, vehicles are made with an electronic Accelerator Pedal Sensor for maximum performance.
Signs that your Nissan Accelerator Pedal Sensor should be replaced include: unreliable or slow acceleration when engaging or backing away from the gas pedal, issues with fuel efficiency, or an illuminated engine light on your Nissan's dash.
If you notice any of these symptoms, contact your local Nissan authorized service center as soon as you can and inquire about your Accelerator Pedal Sensor. A malfunctioning Accelerator Pedal Sensor may hurt the efficiency of your vehicle. A professional Nissan technician can help you with a brand new sensor and get your Nissan in efficient, working condition.
In need of a genuine replacement Fuel System Accelerator Pedal Sensor for a repair in your Nissan?
The Accelerator Pedal Sensor on this page, part number 180021AA0B, will fit your Nissan Murano 2009-2014. See the What This Fits tab for more details.
LEVER COMPL-ACCELERATOR W/DRUM
Fits Murano