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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI1996A4 BASE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCEENGINE CONTROLS - ADJUSTMENTSCLOSED THROTTLE POSITION (CTP) SWITCH

1996 Audi A4 Base, Standard

Closed Throttle Position (CTP) Switch

1996 Audi A4 Base, StandardSECTION Closed Throttle Position (CTP) Switch

NOTE: Closed Throttle Position (CTP) switch is located within Throttle Position (TP) sensor. By adjusting CTP switch, TP sensor is automatically adjusted.

Remove throttle body assembly from engine. Loosen 2 TP sensor mounting screws. Turn TP sensor counterclockwise without moving throttle shaft until stop can be felt. See Fig 1 . Tighten 2 TP sensor mounting screws. Reinstall throttle body assembly. Adjust accelerator pedal cable.

Fig 1: Adjusting Closed Throttle Position (CTP) Switch (A4)

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.