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Throttle Position (TP) Sensor

NOTE: Vehicles with Traction Control System (TRAC) are equipped with a main TP sensor and a sub-TP sensor. The following table applies to main TP sensor. For sub-TP sensor table, see SUB-THROTTLE POSITION (SUB-TP) SENSOR.
TP SENSOR RESISTANCE

Application & Throttle Plate Position (1) TP Sensor (2) Terminals Ohm Reading
Throttle Fully Closed VTA & E2 200-5700
Throttle Fully Open VTA & E2 2000-10,200
All Positions VC & E2 2500-5900
(1) For terminal identification, see THROTTLE POSITION (TP) SENSOR in ON-VEHICLE ADJUSTMENTS article.
(2) Disconnect vacuum hose from throttle opener. Apply vacuum to throttle opener to allow throttle to fully seat.