INSPECTION

The Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) is mounted on the throttle body and detects the opening angle of the throttle plate. The TPS has a variable resistor (potentiometer) whose characteristic is the resistance changing according to the throttle angle. During acceleration, the TPS resistance between the reference 5V and the signal terminal decreases and output voltage increases; during deceleration, the TPS resistance increases and TPS output voltage decreases. The ECM supplies a reference 5V to the TPS and the output voltage increases directly with the opening of the throttle valve. The TPS output voltage will vary from 0.2 - 0.8V at closed throttle to 4.3 - 4.8V at wide-open throttle. The ECM determines operating conditions such as idle (closed throttle), part load, acceleration/deceleration, and wide-open throttle from the TPS. Also The ECM uses the Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor (MAPS) signal along with the TPS signal to adjust fuel injection duration and ignition timing.

SPECIFICATION

CIRCUIT DIAGRAM

COMPONENT INSPECTION
1. Connect a scantool on the Data Link Connector (DLC).
2. Start engine and check output voltages of TPS at C.T and W.O.T.

Specification: Refer to SPECIFICATION.

3. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the scantool from the DLC.
4. Disconnect TPS connector and measure resistance between TPS terminals 2 and 3

Specification: Refer to SPECIFICATION.

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.

Safety Warning

Throttle Position Sensor: Testing and Inspection

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