Throttle Position (TP) Sensor

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 Lexus ES 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Vehicles with Traction Control System (TRAC) are equipped with a main TP sensor and a sub-TP sensor. The following table applies to main TP sensor. For sub-TP sensor table, see SUB-THROTTLE POSITION (SUB-TP) SENSOR .

NOTE: If TP sensor resistance is not as specified, refer to the TP SENSOR ADJUSTMENT table.

TP SENSOR RESISTANCE

Application & Throttle Plate Position ⁽¹⁾

TP Sensor Terminals

Ohm Reading

Throttle Fully Closed

VTA & E2

280-6400

.014" (.35 mm) ⁽²⁾

IDL & E2

500 Or Less

.028" (.70 mm) ⁽²⁾

IDL & E2

Infinite (Open)

Throttle Fully Open

VTA & E2

2000-11,600

All Positions

VC & E2

2700-7700

⁽¹⁾	disconnect vacuum hose from throttle opener. Apply vacuum to throttle opener to allow throttle to fully seat.

⁽²⁾	Insert feeler gauge between throttle lever and throttle stop screw.

TP SENSOR ADJUSTMENT ⁽¹⁾

Application

⁽²⁾ Feeler Gauge Thickness

ES300

.021" (.53 mm)

⁽¹⁾	Disconnect vacuum hose from throttle opener. Apply vacuum to throttle opener to allow throttle to fully seat.

⁽²⁾	Insert feeler gauge between throttle lever and throttle stop screw.