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Throttle Position Sensor: Adjustments

1. Loosen the two set screws that secure the TPS to the throttle housing. (DO NOT REMOVE THE SCREWS)

TPS Adjustment Screws:






2. Connect an Ohmmeter to terminals IDL and E2 of the TPS after removing the connector.
3. Insert a 0.028 in. (0.70 mm) feeler gauge between the throttle stop screw and stop lever.

Checking TPS Adjustment:






4. Rotate the TPS counter-clockwise and slowly back clockwise until the Ohmmeter just looses continuity, (infinite ohms).
5. Secure the TPS with the two set screws.
6. Remove the feeler gauge and recheck TPS setting.
7. There should be continuity with a 0.024 in. (0.60 mm) feeler gauge inserted in the stop. There should be NO continuity with a 0.031 in. (0.80 mm) feeler gauge inserted in the stop.

Checking TPS Adjustment:






8. Remove the Ohmmeter and reconnect the TPS connector.