Throttle Position Sensor Adjustment

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Jun 7, 2006 | 01:58 PM
  #1  
I just replaced the throttle position sensor on my '92 RS. Now it's throwing a code stating the TPS is too low. How do I adjust it? There is no lever, it mounts flush with the throttle body assembly. Any suggestions?
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Jun 7, 2006 | 02:23 PM
  #2  
you need to use a voltmeter, and loosen either top or bottom of the tps, turn the key on, find the output wire not sure which, Then set it to .54 volts closed throttle
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Jun 7, 2006 | 02:31 PM
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Every TPS for FI cars I've ever seen have a tang that has to be in contact with the throttle linkage. Most of the "low TPS" codes are either from incorrect installation or a bad TPS. I know you just replaced it but parts are known to be bad out of the box. Check the resistance of the TPS with the plug disconnected - if it does'nt change it's probably not engaging the throttle tang.
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Jun 14, 2006 | 10:50 AM
  #4  
Turns out there is no adjustment for the tps on the 3.1L V6. The parts house gave me the wrong part! Once the new one was in it ran like a dream! Thanks for the input, though!
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Jun 14, 2006 | 12:22 PM
  #5  
What made you change your TPS? How was the car acting?
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Jun 15, 2006 | 10:56 AM
  #6  
Quote: What made you change your TPS? How was the car acting?
In warm weather (70+) the car would try to stall, felt like it was missing, and would idle sporadically. The only code was for the coolant temp sensor. I replaced the cts and that didn't resolve the problem. After researching the forums here I thought the most likely suspect (and easiest to fix) would be the tps. Long story short, after putting the right unit in, the problem is 90% better! Still has a couple issues (now it's throwing a code 53: system voltage too high), but it's much better than it was!
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