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Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)

Turn ignition off and disconnect electrical connector at TPS. Insert a thickness gauge between throttle stop screw and throttle lever. Using an ohmmeter, check resistance values. See Fig 1. If values are not as specified in table, adjust or replace TPS.

Fig 1: Checking Throttle Position Sensor (MR2)
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TPS RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS

Throttle Clearance Terminals Ohmmeter Reading
0" (0 mm) VTA - E2 200-800
.014" (.35 mm) IDL - E2 2300 or Less
.023" (.59 mm) IDL - E2 Infinity
Fully Open VTA - E2 3300-10,000
Fully Open Vcc - E2 3000-7000