and kick down cables. Throttle Position Sensor Diagnostic Manual $2.99 USD All of the information you need to diagnose the throttle position sensor problem or trouble code. Photo 2: TPS (TBI G16A only) This TPS connector shares the injector connector. More 5.2L, 5.9L Dodge Ram Diagnostic Tutorials. One is a cold engine. Step 1: Locate the sensor. Fast nut shell testing: (Unplugged) 1991 to 1995 TBI. Turn the key ON but don't crank or start the engine. You are cruising and you tip-in the throttle moreand it hesitates, then catches up! This is a bad TPS TP signal. Adjust the TPS sensor by reading the ranges of the high and low increases and adjusting the bolt on the top of the sensor until all four readings are in the normal range according to the meter. A Very dangerous car to drive ! It will never read 0 ohms. The code that showed up was P2135 which indicates a throttle issue. Theangleside never sets idle speeds, ever. they are set loose per the FSM. DO not open the TPS like I DID Below !, this is a destructive examination ! Anything over 4.5v is what the computer sees as full throttle. Diagnostic Trouble codes: The FSM instructions, are are linked in every section on calibation and does cover this step. (hand vacuum tool, tie it back, or removed (hard to do). (varies from 1v to 4v as you move the throttle, typically) In the example below we're using the Zenith Stromberg 175CD carbs but the same idea applies to any of the carbs used. The original tps costs too much. Disconnect power from the ECM for at least 10 seconds to clear codes (in (if it cant ever close) The below graphic is for the OHMS test, but in fact this same drawing showsyou, what pins to test for the live voltage tests. ignition in the off position, replace the fuel pump fuse. The POT side TP SIDE: to be opened up to compensate. Following on from a couple of previous videos covering the testing of these units. 4) The late to open idle switch, will case Tip-in fuel mixing problems. The throttle crank (where cable end fit) must land on the throttle stop screw head. The switch most work right or many features fail, liketiming freeze(service) or idle controls are dead or EGR fails to work, and the ISC goes dead. This damage happened during and engine removal. This method guarantees some tiny fractions of inches ( of over/under-travel.) If this pin fails, for any reason, TV cables (up to 3 cables) not set at10mm play, or TV boreblocked in carbon,these faults must be cleared first or theCalibration steps will all be wrong. Myths: 3) The TPS activates, idle controls, and allows the EGR to operate and many other things, so the idle switch must be calibrated or all this things fail. Remove grounding of the (Accelerating he/she is?) The throttle body injector Vehicles of a Vehicles helps control the throttle and maintain the Vehicles revolutions per minute, or rpm. Ensure all vacuum components are functioning properly. ECU, engine controller unit (a.k.a. Attach an Ohm meter (DVM set to ohms resistance starting on the 2k range 2000 ohms) per instructions. All EFI engines like this go lean if the driver punches the throttle, all do (dead TPS), ( due to that slug of air is INSTANT) then the AIR meter sees the change late. On a 100% factory stock engine, you should never rebuilt throttle body spark plugs, wires, cap, rotor, blah blah blah new O2 sensor new TPS sensor cleaned EGR valve and solenoid I can't seem to get the TPS adjusted correctly. The TV bore is so closed, that it will not pass water, but is closed 99.9% and not 100.00% so the fly plate can not JAM. ( resistance meter){ near 5volts} (, The TPS idle switch is DEAD. There are many features and function in the ECU that trigger off this TPS switch, most or all will malfunction. My broken TPS, internals,hackedopen. Back probe the TPS connector, using theneedleson the red meter test lead. The TPS usually can never causes stalling, the #1 cause of that bad act, is EGR stuck open. Normally what happens, at ECU pin A14, it is at 0v at idle, then the driver moves his foot .020 (as measured at TB TV valve) and the idle controls are ended (canceled fast it must). throttle bore. The idle switch is the only device calibrated here. Photo 6: The idle stop screw must never be turned. You've adjusted the Throttle Plates using the idle stop. ! Unplugged (not connected, testing) The 3 video tests (mp4) It is a passive device, no electronics inside, only carbon . at throttle tip-in (evil effects here). ( I will cover 92-98 1.6L 16valve MPI method here) A GO /NOGO method this is called. If the ECU Pin A14 blue-white wire grounds, to the body of the car , the car is DANGEROUS ! Remove the TBI using an Allen wrench. Closed means less than 300 ohms. M/T = Manual transmission, A/T , yes, automatic (this is all ASE /SAE jargon. The ECM resets the IAC valve when the car is Loosen the 2- bolts that hold the TPS. Your multimeter should read 0.42 to 0.45 Volts DC with the throttle plate closed. valve) closes this DP device (vacuum sent) after say 3 to 15seconds after a start) If not fix this first. To be quite honest, you dont really see many IAC valves fail. The wrong factory part number TPS was installed. The cables must never be tight and holding the Throttle valve open (TV) at all. There are exceptions to that. (varies by maker of DMM) Be sure to wiggle all connections while watching scan data/voltage readout to make sure the problem is not a loose or bad connection. end calib. The Throttle Position Sensor, or TPS testing (theory). This will take a while to do since the sensor is very hard to adjust due to its sensitivity. Seeing the ceramic substrate and the carbon thin films , is very visual and clear what is going on inside. amount of air to maintain the preset idle speed), There is increased load due to fuel cut at cranking time. TBI idle switch test, live ! Way to go Ford. the TP pin. This is the Fast ohms tests, unplugged tests. Side 1, Idle Switch. ), If the TPS screw mount slots bottom out, here the TV valve shaft is bent or the valve stop screws wereVIOLATED,(, The ohm meter nowreads Infinity. but the oxygen sensor should sense a rich mixture and reduce the injector on time (pulse width . And very accurate, even i dont know english very well. (non 89-91) On a running engine the idle switch reads 0v. Sides: Not at all. Icle > IAC Startup > IAC Park Position Using the software - Idle ICF (tachometer icon) > IAC Parked Selection TB =Throttle Body. Tools: just make sure your throttle body is clean and CAN close to 0% throttle. 1985-1992 Camaro 305 and 350 TPI. : rebuilt or cleaned) or the TPS (throttle position sensor) has been replaced or otherwise disturbed (i.e. Before calibration, there must not be thesegross errors: The TPS mounts to the TB (throttle body) side and measures TV actions, and reports them to the ECU. (just harnesses, if lucky). (put the. and CAL means you get the switch to just close, and you stop turning the TPS body. Do not over tighten the driver like a nut as there are few threads on the throttle shaft and it can be stripped. G16A TBI 8valve only device found on TB (throttle body) this device is only vacuum motor (servo) Just a diaphragm and spring inside. Photo 5, do not attempt to do this. The connectors are held in place with locking tabs, so you'll need to use something like a flathead screwdriver or a small Allen key to release the tabs first. performed. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Pin 1 Ground. To help us guarantee the correct parts for your classic car. Start engine and warm up sufficiently. The throttle position sensor (TPS) circuits (wires) that we're gonna' be testing are: Throttle position sensor (TPS) circuit A: GRY (gray) wire and it connects to the F-14 terminal of the blue PCM connector. (all years 8v) (this procedureassumestheTPS is not badand that it was installed correctly , Indexed ) SEE16V Calib. Did one on a 91 350 in a fullsize years back and it was close. Loosen the top bolt on the TPS sensor a couple turns with the socket wrench. This Graphic is just to see where pin 1 is and all 4. on the engine (such as what would occur if the automatic transmission was Then the ECU causes a hesitation when you demand power. SPI Single point injection, by some. All colors are harness colors. Meter to B and D ,(throttle angle) ohms varies from about 1k to 5k ohms (this angle and resistance, is crude!, but it only needs to vary and not glitch. So before This is what needs to be turned to adjust minimum air, or more commonly known as "idle speed". 16V TPS Calibration method: (FSM steps expanded) See testing here. Pins C . When they do, they usually freeze up or get stuck in a fixed position. Too late TPS idle switch opening. Adjust the idle stop screw 2. If they messed up the TV stop screw , here is the easy fix (see my crude solutions here). If the throttle position sensor fails, your ECU doesn't know how much air is passing through the valve. (but the idle switch , yes idle will be wrong if the switch is dead.) The throttle body costs between $200 and $500, while the labor cost is around $50 and $150. TCM, transmission controller module (4 speed automatic) Put back to stock and sold. This TBI 8valve device (back side of Throttle body) must be retracted someway to do the TPS calibration. The throttle position sensor is located on the throttle body. IF the TP pin hasglitches as you accelerate? 1. All tests are done keys in pocket. This may be .045-.065 volts. When driving the ECU may ignore the fast glitches but all get worse, in time, and if you see it glitching you know for sure that the duration can very (made worse) by the engine vibration None of the 3 throttle cables: 1-driver, 2-A/T kick down or 3-Cruise cables, interfering with the throttle valve. Unfasten the hose from the pressure sensor and remove the bottom bolt of the TPS sensor with a socket wrench. TPS = Throttle Position Sensor: The TPS is located on the passenger side of the throttle body. Threshold is setting it, just so the switch has just closed. Push the multimeter pin into the TPS screw and check the voltage. Turn the throttle down by tightening the TBI's screws. air will always be allowed to enter the engine around the throttle valve. (for sure ,300 to 500 range works ) It will never read zero ohms ever, like real gold contact switches would. a $2 tool. New wiring harness extension assembly to extend the throttle position sensor wiring for the listed applications. 3. 0v means idle, 5v means not idle. Rotate TPS body CW , see meter go to infinity. The TPS is now calibrated and validated. Ford tired having no screw and TVs jammed up. : (off car tests) operated at normal road speeds (35mph or more). The TPS idle switch must close every time you drop the throttle (to near 0v) (ECU sees, idle switch closed and RPM is a 4000 RPM, and low plenum vacuum..oops.?). The TP sensor must remain connected to its connector during the whole adjustment procedure. Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2021. (hesitations). What matters are the steps. This will allow you attach the leads of your Volt Meter to the various pins for testing. Install the air cleaner duct and tighten with the Phillips screwdriver. Tepco Cycle Repair 16.1K subscribers Subscribe 166K views 3 years ago Sweet tool by TPStool.com to make adjusting the TPS quick and easy. You may see a Com Port error message. Example, If ordering a TBI kit, or one of the components such as TBI adapters (pic of carbs), Throttle Sensor Kit (pic of carbs), Lucas Distributor Conversion (Distributor pic). The voltage tracks my foot throttle 1:1 that is direct action and linear) (hot to battery Plus or ground) <<< never break this law ! It tells the ECU how far open the butterfly in the throttle body is. Omg what is a Carb? (causing the idle switch to open , making calibrationIMPOSSIBLE) HACKED OPEN! If you get this wrong , the engine RPM , may surge & THROTTLE TIP-INacceleration will hesitate ! (8v example) Most TPS devices last for 150k miles or more lots more and are very expensive to buy so the testing is well paid for if it passes, tests. This short video covers the instillation and calibration of a new TPS unit. The voltage will rise to at least 4v (5.2v max) as you advance the throttle, it must be smooth and linear, with no glitching. intake manifold and outside (ambient) air. The green arrow is pointing to the voltage reading which should be close to 0.50 volts. 1985-1992 Corvette 350 TPI. You will see a menu with multiple different settings, and you need to focus on the Accel pumps (20f, 65f, 170f) and Fast Accel (20f, 65f, 170f). When working correctly it used to read 0.65v at idle and the "new" one which replaced it reads about 0.56-0.58. this would result in it getting wedged/stuck closed in the throttle bore), some The first thing you should do when you get a TPS code is to check adjustment and signal output of the TP sensor beforereplacing it. fast. If your meter is a fixed range meter not auto ranging then ,use the 2000 or 2k ohm range. The location of the TBI will vary, depending on your GM vehicle. (using 20k meter range) never reads infinity. I use tinyalligator clipsto comment my DMM meter to the TPS male pins, or I remove old female pins from spare connectors to make up test wiring. if the Auto ranger shows 0.300 kthat is 300 ohms. Real TB 16v: 1996 actual. (or cause bore wear) Suzuki has NO SPEC. (nor pray tell short this to 12vdc. Photo #2 (early TBI) this is a real photo. (however an analog meter may see them or a graphic GMM may, and all scope for sure can). TheAnglepin only needs to be linear, (foot action to Ohms(volts) It mustnot glitchas you drive. This helps your ECU control the fuel and air mixture. { FSM is Factory Service Manual } During this time, the IAC valve is typically extended out all the way These 3 cables must not be set tight, with dash pot retracted on 8v TBI engine. AnyDMMs meter can be very slow reacting, and miss them.! Throttle Position Sensor 1991 Chevy Silverado Throttle Body Idle issues SILVERADO BLUES MEMBER 1991 CHEVROLET SILVERADO V8 2WD AUTOMATIC 89,900 MILES I just completed an installation of a 400 SBC into my 1991 Silverado C3500. it is must be indexed correctly ! Then find the Accel pump and press enter. The reading should be the same as the previous reading. Follow normal service procedures to remove the TBI assembly from the intake manifold. Backfiring. Attach the positive (red) wire of the voltmeter to the safety pin and turn on the ignition switch without cranking the engine. Test 4: (the idle switch tests, after getting DTC 44 and 45?, (stuck low, or stuck high , respectively) (will cause , engine that loves to flood ,cranked cold) but does make calibration easy, sure (1/2 joking). Angle does change fueling rates (fast acting throttle only) with a fast moving right foot, acceleration beginnings It prevents hesitations. (The TPS is bad, if the calibration fails, and the wires to it, are good) Unique changes to J18 engine (evolution) are seen here. Turn the ignition ON, but do not try to start the engine. 1,2,3,4, bottom up. Again, the 3 throttle cables (up to) must not be tight. or when your stopped at a stoplight and hit the gas a little it sputters for a sec or two the runs smooth. means potentiometer or variable resistor. 500 or less) up to a max of (3000 to 6500 ohms), as you move throttle from min to max. You will not get perfect zero volts, just very close. (the others are for validation steps). or hackers messed up my car? All TB cables are 10mm loose. maintain a set idle speed. Infinity resistance ohm, is open = ( meterDMMdisplaying O.R, over range, or O.L, over load,see your metersoperational manual, some show over range in different ways) In the USA the TBI engines were banned in 1996 by EPA and C.A.R.B. (+5 vdcis applied to the TPS pot pin A, from ECU, if not , ECU is bad or this pin A wire is grounded out.. or cut) 4.75 to 5.25vdc is factory spec.. Doing the calibration is bestdone on th work bench. A voltage check across the sensor (harness plugged in, key on) should show approximately 0.5VDC at idle and 4.2VDC or more at full throttle. (on say a Toyota ,we set it to 0 ohms), (I then look down the Throttle air horn and be sure the brass yellow TV valve is 100% closed, if not?, all this is hopeless. Figure 3: Wrong engine in car, wrong ECU, wrong, THROTTLE BODY, some joker put the wrong generation parts on top of engine? 91 GMC C3500 454 350 TBI TPS Idle Adjustment mossman381 52.7K subscribers Subscribe 66K views 5 years ago Checking and adjusting the TPS (throttle position sensor) on the 91 GMC C3500. The tests are really the same as the 8v. The wires related to TPS, were cut/shorted to the ECU or TCM or Cruise controller, or shorted by theAudio/Alarm installer from HELL! Here are some common symptoms of a bad or failing throttle position sensor to watch for: 1. Place the TBI assembly in a suitable holding fixture to prevent damage to the throttle plate and injector electrical . Open = infinity, (meter shows , infinity ohms) on the throttle blade or throttle body bore, The throttle stop screw slack 10mm (7/16 inch) ( Up to 3 cables on A/T cars and cruise opted engines. The 16v Calibration point below: photo 4 is just and observation it is not a spec. VOLTS TESTING: using any needle or back probe meter lead set. Car won't accelerate, lacks power when accelerating, or accelerates itself. (the ECU does not use this way, but I check it so I can find glitches not found , B to D.) (it is just a vacuum servo motor, a vacuum actuator Volt meter, Ohm meter (resistance) orDMM. 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