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Sensor-Accelerator Pedal Position: Description

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Accelerator Pedal W/Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
GC0027832Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

The Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor (APPS) (6) is attached to the accelerator pedal assembly under the instrument panel.

The APPS is used only with the 5.7L V-8 engine. The 5.7L engine does not use a mechanical throttle cable.