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Chart C2F - TPS Enrichment Check

NOTE: The following step numbers refer to the numbers in the accompanying flow chart(s).
  1. This test checks that the TPS will cause an ECM rich command when fully depressed manually. On some cars, this will cause a low dwell (full rich). Code 21 should normally be set.
  2. This step distinguishes between a faulty TPS, ECM or ECM harness. Code 21 should normally be set if engine RPM is not set above specifications.
  3. This tests for 5-volt reference signal at TPS. It should be about 5 volts. If loss of voltage reference were in ECM, it should set codes 21, 32 and 34, since it is the same 5 volt reference to MAP, BARO or VAC sensors. Therefore it must be an open in wiring.
  4. This tests for a grounded circuit. Normal circuit should read about 5 volts. Checking for grounded TPS output to terminal "2" of ECM, or short in wiring to terminals "2" and "22" from TPS, indicates whether fault is in wiring or ECM. A voltmeter with a 10 megaohm resistance must be used for an accurate reading.
Fig 1: Chart C2F - TPS Enrichment Flow Chart
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Fig 2: Chart C2F - TPS Enrichment Flow Chart
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