When is it time to replace your TPS?
AutoZone has you covered when it’s time to replace your defective TPS so your engine can perform at its maximum potential. Your vehicle utilizes advanced technology to make your driving experience pleasurable and safe, but a faulty throttle position sensor can hamper your ride in many ways.
How can you tell if throttle position sensor needs to be replaced?
Check the resistance in various accelerator pedal positions, record the resistance and compare against values listed as acceptable in a quality car repair manuals such as Chilton or Haynes to determine whether or not the sensor needs to be replaced.
What does the code p2136 mean on a TPS sensor?
Repair the connector pins for corrosion or loose connections at the TPS or the ECM. Clear the codes and retest to verify the problem is not present. Code P2136 is for a code that two TPS sensor signals do not agree with each other on throttle movement and position.
What happens when the camshaft position sensor fails?
Once your car’s computer detects a CMP sensor failure, it will trigger the engine light and store a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) in its memory (see the table below for common camshaft position sensor trouble diagnostic codes). As you may expect, the specific location of the camshaft position sensor varies by a vehicle’s make and model.
How can I adjust the TPS on my car?
Unplug the connector from the throttle position sensor. Measure the resistance between the TPS connector terminals “A” and “C” with a multimeter. The TPS should read between 4.0 and 5.5 volts. If the TPS reads outside of this range, the sensor must be adjusted.
How to test the throttle position sensor ( TPS )?
For these two tests, go to: TEST 2: Checking Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) Power and Ground. CASE 3: The TP sensor signal’s voltage showed gaps in its voltage output as you tapped the sensor with the screwdriver.
How do you adjust the TPS on a protege?
How to Adjust TPS on a Protege. Locate the TPS on the throttle body near the air intake hose. Verify that the throttle valve is closed. Unplug the connector from the throttle position sensor. Measure the resistance between the TPS connector terminals “A” and “C” with a multimeter.
How to adjust the TPS on a 1994 Toyota pickup?
How to Adjust the TPS on a 1994 3.0 V6 Toyota Pickup Remove the air cleaner lid and the air duct leading to the throttle body using the Phillips screwdriver. Pull the air duct off the throttle body. Stick the pin in the center wire of the throttle position sensor plug.