Throttle Position Sensor

2002 Kia Spectra Base, AutomaticSECTION Throttle Position Sensor
NOTE: For information on Throttle Position (TP) sensor adjustment procedure, on applicable models, see THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR in ON-VEHICLE ADJUSTMENTS article.
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR CONTINUITY SPECIFICATIONS

Application (1) Specification (Volts)
Optima & Magentis (Canadian)
2.4L 0.3-0.9 To 4.0-4.6
2.7L 0.25-0.8 To 4.0-4.4
Rio 0.2-0.8 To 4.0-4.8
Sedona 0.3-0.9 To 4.0-4.6
Spectra 0.3-0.9 To 4.0-4.4
Sportage 0.4-0.6 To 4.1-4.3
(1) Reading is from idle position to wide open throttle position.
RENDER: 1.0x

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