Throttle Position Sensor: Testing and Inspection

2002 Toyota Highlander 4WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)SECTION Testing and Inspection



THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR
a. Resistance inspection.
1. Disconnect the throttle position sensor connector.
2. Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance between terminals VC and E2.
Resistance: 2.5 - 5.0 k(Ohm)




3. Check the change of resistance between terminals VTA and E2.
Change of resistance:
The resistance value increases in proportion to the throttle lever opening value.
RENDER: 1.0x

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