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Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) Check

Turn ignition off. Unplug electrical connector at TPS on throttle body. Note terminal identification. Insert specified thickness feeler gauge between throttle stop screw and throttle lever. See TPS RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS table. Using an ohmmeter, check for resistance or continuity. Replace or adjust TPS if not within specification.

TPS RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS

Model/ Application Clearance In. (mm) Terminal Identification Ohmmeter Reading
4WD 4A-FE .024 (.60) IDL-E2 Continuity
" " PSW-E2 No Continuity
" " IDL-PSW No Continuity
" .032 (.80) IDL-E2 No Continuity
" " PSW-E2 No Continuity
" " IDL-PSW No Continuity
" Fully Open IDL-E2 No Continuity
" " PSW-E2 Continuity
" " IDL-PSW No Continuity
2WD 4A-GE 0 (0) VTA & E2 200-800
" .014 (.36) IDL & E2 2300 or Less
" .023 (.58) IDL & E2 Infinity
" Fully Open VTA & E2 3300-10,000
" " VCC & E2 3000-7000
Fig 1: Throttle Position Sensor Terminal ID (4WD 4A-FE)
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Fig 2: Throttle Position Sensor Terminal ID (2WD 4A-GE)
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