What does APS mean on a car?
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APS on a car refers to the Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor. The accelerator pedal is a device that controls the engine throttle and fuel injection pump. This device regulates the engine speed—pressing the accelerator pedal increases the engine speed, while releasing it decreases the speed. If the Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor fails, the engine may remain in an idle state, making it impossible to accelerate when pressing the gas pedal. Alternatively, the engine speed might stay consistently between 2000 to 3000 RPM, leading to excessive fuel consumption and potential long-term engine damage.