Throttle Position (TP) Sensor

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: For information on connector terminal identification and test conditions specified in the following tables, see ADJUSTMENTS article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.

TP SENSOR CONTINUITY

Test Condition ⁽¹⁾

⁽²⁾ Continuity

.004" (.1 mm)

Yes

.024" (.6 mm)

⁽¹⁾	Insert feeler gauge of specified thickness between throttle lever and throttle stop screw.

⁽²⁾	Check continuity with ohmmeter connected between TP sensor terminals "E" and IDL.

TP SENSOR CONTINUITY (M/T)

Condition

Continuity Between IDL & TL/E

Continuity Between POW & TL/E

.016" (.4 mm) ⁽¹⁾

Yes

.027" (.7 mm) ⁽¹⁾

Wide Open Throttle

Yes

⁽¹⁾	Insert feeler gauge of specified thickness between throttle lever and throttle stop screw.