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Throttle Full Close Switch: Adjustments

1. With the Accelerator Pedal released, check to be sure that the throttle valve lever or the fixed SAS is pushed.

NOTE: If it is not pushed, adjust the fixed SAS. Refer to Fuel Delivery And Air Induction/Adjustments.

Throttle Position Sensor:




2. Disconnect the Throttle Position Sensor connector.

Throttle Position Sensor Test Connection:




3. Check the continuity across the throttle position sensor connector terminal 4 (Sensor ground) and 3 (Closed Throttle Position Switch).

Accelerator pedal Continuity

Depressed Non-conductive (infinite ohms)
Released Conductive (0 ohms)

NOTE: If there is no continuity when the accelerator pedal is returned, loosen the Throttle Position Sensor installation screw; then, after turning all the way in the counterclockwise direction, check again.

4. Replace the Throttle Position Sensor (closed throttle position switch incorporated) if there is a malfunction.