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Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Inspection

THROTTLE POSITION (TP) SENSOR INSPECTION

NOTE: Perform the following inspection only when directed.

1. Verify that no DTC related to APP sensor has been detected.
- If any DTCs related to APP sensor have been detected, perform the DTC inspection.




2. Connect the WDS or equivalent to the DLC-2.
3. Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
4. Select TP1 or TP2 PID (percentage) on the WDS or equivalent.
5. Verify that the TP1 or TP2 PID is within the specification when the accelerator pedal not depressed. PID/DATA Monitor Table (Reference)




6. Operate the accelerator pedal and verify that the TP1 or TP2 PID (percentage) changes as shown in the following graph.
- If not verified, perform the "Circuit Open/Short Inspection".
- If there is no open or short circuit, replace the throttle body. (See INTAKE AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/ INSTALLATION.)

Circuit Open/Short Inspection




1. Disconnect the PCM connector.
2. Inspect the following harnesses for open or short circuit. (Continuity check)

Open circuit
- Throttle body terminal C and PCM terminal 39
- Throttle body terminal D and PCM terminal 35
- Throttle body terminal E and PCM terminal 13
- Throttle body terminal F and PCM terminal 40

Short circuit
- Throttle body terminal C and power supply
- Throttle body terminal C and body GND
- Throttle body terminal D and power supply
- Throttle body terminal D and body GND
- Throttle body terminal E and power supply
- Throttle body terminal F and power supply
- Throttle body terminal F and body GND