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Tests DH: Throttle Position (TP) Sensor




NOTE
This Pinpoint Test is intended to diagnose the following:
- Throttle Position (TP) Sensor
- Binding and sticking Throttle Linkage
- Harness Circuits: TP, SIG RTN, VREF, Vehicle Power (VPWR), Power Ground (PWR GND) Powertrain Control Module (PCM)

Graphs

Throttle Position Sensor Graph (1 Of 2):





Throttle Position Sensor Graph (2 Of 2):






NOTE: The normal range of the throttle angle measurement for the Throttle Position (TP) sensor is 0 to 96.6 degrees.

Pinpoint Test Schematics and Connectors

Contacting Throttle Position (TP) Sensor:





2.0L (4V) Escort, 2.0L Contour/Mystique/Cougar (TP):





2.0L (4V) Focus (TP):





LS6/LS8 (TP):





All Others (TP):






Pinpoint Tests