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Component Inspection

Throttle Position Sensor Performance Inspection 

  1. Ignition "OFF".
  2. Using oscilloscope, connect CH A probe to TPS1 signal terminal (Pin No. 6) of ETC Motor connector and CH B probe to TPS2 signal terminal (Pin No. 4) of ETC Motor connector.
  3. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature.
  4. Measure signal waveform of TPS1 and TPS2 together by stepping on and off the accelerator pedal.

    Specification:  Refer to Signal Waveform & Data below

    Fig 1: Scantool Display - Signal Waveform & Data (During Acceleration)
    G12211851Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

Confirm Part Inspection 

  1. Does the TPS operate properly? (Check variation)

    YES 

    NO 

    • Carefully re-do this troubleshooting guide steps.
    • If problem still occurs, replace ETC Motor and then go to "System Inspection " procedure.