Code 14: Throttle Position Sensor

1994 Plymouth Colt Vista Base, 2.4 G, AutomaticSECTION Code 14: Throttle Position Sensor
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT and 1994 Dodge Stealth. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Using scan tester, access Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) test. With TPS fully closed, voltage should be .3-1.0 volt. Slowly press down on accelerator pedal. TPS voltage should smoothly increase to 4.5-5.5 volts with throttle fully open. Replace TPS if it does not test as specified.

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