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Throttle Position Sensor: Inspection

INSPECT THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR

Measure the resistance of the sensor.

Standard resistance

TESTER CONNECTION - SPECIFIED CONDITIONS

Tester Connection	Throttle Valve Position	Specified Condition
1 (VC) - 2 (E2)	-	2.5 to 6.0 kΩ
3 (VTA) - 2 (E2)	Fully closed	0.2 to 11.0 kΩ
3 (VTA) - 2 (E2)	Fully open	2.0 to 16.0 kΩ

Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Of Sensor

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If the resistance is not as specified, replace the throttle position sensor.