1995 Cadillac Seville SLSFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

TP Sensor/Idle Learn

  1. Ensure outside air temperature is greater than 50Β°F (10Β°C) to allow operation of A/C compressor. Start engine and allow to idle until coolant temperature is 176Β°F (80Β°C). Idle for an additional 5 minutes. With engine running, enter diagnostics. See appropriate TESTS W/CODES - 4.9L article in this section.
  2. Turn ignition off. Wait 20 seconds, then turn ignition on, with engine off. Re-enter diagnostics. Repeat step 2).
  3. Turn ignition off. Wait 20 seconds, then start engine. Apply brakes and place transmission in Drive. Turn Climate Control Panel (CCP) to OFF position and allow engine to idle for one minute.
  4. Turn CCP to AUTO position and ensure A/C compressor engages. Allow engine to idle for one minute. Place transmission in Park and turn ignition off.
TP SENSOR ADJUSTMENT VOLTAGE

Application (1) Volts
4.6L (2) .50-5.00
4.9L .50-5.00
(1) Voltage range is from idle position to wide open throttle position.
(2) TP sensor is not adjustable.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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