Throttle position (tp) sensor inspection
- Perform the following inspection only when directed.
1. Perform the following test only when directed.
- If as specified but TP PID value is out of specification, inspect resistance of TP sensor.
- If not as specified, inspect the following:
- Accelerator cable free play (See ACCELERATOR CABLE INSPECTION/ADJUSTMENT.)
2. Disconnect the TP sensor connector.
3. Verify that the resistance between TP sensor terminals A and B changes smoothly while opened and closed the throttle valve slowly.
- If not verified, replace TP sensor.

4. Measure the resistance between TP sensor terminals A and C using an ohmmeter.
- If not as specified, replace the TP sensor.
- If as specified, but TP PID value is out of specification, perform the Circuit Open/Short Inspection.
SpecificationCircuit Open/Short Inspection
3.2-4.8 kilohms
1. Disconnect the PCM connector. (See PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

2. Inspect the following wiring harnesses for open or short. (Continuity check)
Open circuit- If there is no continuity, the circuit is open. Repair or replace the harness.
Short circuit- TP sensor terminal A (harness-side) and PCM terminal 2H (harness-side)
- TP sensor terminal B (harness-side) and PCM terminal 2A (harness-side)
- TP sensor terminal C (harness-side) and PCM terminal 2K (harness-side)
- If there is continuity, the circuit is shorted. Repair or replace the harness.
- TP sensor terminal C (harness-side) and power supply
- TP sensor terminal C (harness-side) and body GND
- TP sensor terminal B (harness-side) and power supply
- TP sensor terminal B (harness-side) and body GND
- TP sensor terminal A (harness-side) and power supply
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