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Sub-Throttle Position (Sub-TP) Sensor

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

Disconnect sub-TP sensor connector. See Fig 1. Measure resistance between sub-TP sensor terminals. See SUB-TP SENSOR RESISTANCE  table. See Fig 2. If resistance is not as specified, adjust sub-TP sensor. See SUB-THROTTLE POSITION (SUB-TP) SENSOR in ON-VEHICLE ADJUSTMENTS article. Recheck resistance. If resistance is still not as specified, replace sub-TP sensor.

SUB-TP SENSOR RESISTANCE

Throttle Plate Position Sub-TP Sensor Terminals Ohm Reading
Throttle Fully Closed VTA2 & E2 340-6300
.012" (.35 mm) (1) IDL2 & E2 500 Or Less
.020" (.50 mm) (1) IDL2 & E2 Infinite (Open)
Throttle Fully Open VTA2 & E2 2400-11,200
All Positions VC & E2 3100-7200
(1) Remove sub-throttle actuator from throttle body. Insert feeler gauge between sub-throttle valve stop screw and gear.
Fig 1: Identifying Throttle Body Connectors (Models With TRAC)
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Fig 2: Identifying Sub-TP Sensor & TP Sensor Terminals
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