Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Inspection

2011 Mazda CX-7 i Sport, 2.5 5SECTION Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Inspection
CAUTION:
  • The inspection cannot be performed with this method correctly if there is a malfunction of the APP sensor or throttle valve actuator. Verify that no DTCs related to the APP sensor or throttle valve actuator are stored before the inspection.
  1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
  2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
  3. Verify that the TP sensor output voltage (M-MDS PID: TP1, TP2) is within the specification. (See PCM INSPECTION .)
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