devtec

Hey,

Know that there are already several threads on this, but I didn't find any of the directions clear enough for this very easy job.

Problem: I had terrible hesitation/stumbling/misfiring at low RPMs (<3200) and fuel economy sometimes as bad as 16mpg. Went through troubleshooting everything--ignition, spark, ECU, fuel, MAP sensor, etc. In short, check the TPS early since it's relatively easy to do so.

Tools: 12mm socket and driver, screwdrivers, multimeter
Parts: New TPS. I got an Omnipower TPS on eBay for $29.

How to Replace:
1. Remove throttle body - very straighforward, remove 3 12mm bolts and 2 12mm nuts, disconnect all vacuum lines, disconnect TPS and MAP plugs, disconnect intake. Once these are off, just lift the TB off the bolts/studs and turn it on its side. On the side facing the firewall, you'll see the TPS.

2. Remove TPS - on my 97 5g, there were 2 Torx screws holding on the TPS, so it was very easy to remove. For later models there are machine screws that you'll have to use a dremel to cut a slot in and remove with a flathead screwdriver.

3. Bolt on replacement TPS - Your new TPS should come with some hex replacement screws. Tighten these loosely so you can still turn the TPS.


How to Test:
1. Plug the TPS harness into the new TPS.
2. You'll see three wires exiting the cars wiring harness that you just plugged into the TPS. Take a paperclip, straighten out half of it, and shove it into where the middle wire exits the harness. You'll feel it when the paperclip touches metal.
3. Hook up your mulimeter test leads - nice if you have alligator clips, positive to the paperclip, negative to any ground in the engine bay. Set your multimeter to the 20V position.
4. Turn you ignition key to the Acc position. Do not turn on the car.
5. Go back and check your mulitmeter. You should be seeing something in the range of .5V give or take a few tenths.
6. Now adjust - first, turn the throttle by hand to the WOT position. While holding it there, turn the TPS until you get a reading of 4.5V. This is your target reading for WOT. Tighten down the screws. Let go of the throttle and let it go to full closed. You should see something around .5V. The specified range in the Honda manual is .5V closed and 4.5V WOT. There's been debate on this forum whether to set using WOT or closed. I went with WOT. Fortunately my values ended up being exactly .5V and 4.5V anyway.
7. Congrats! You're done. Just reinstall your throttle body. Be sure to double check you have all the vacuum lines in the right places.


Enjoy your new and perfectly calibrated TPS.

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Solid

Very concise write up.

The biggest question I see is what to hook the multimeter to.

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natemanas

this answered a question thats been plagueing me for months

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johnpreludebb6

how long does it take to complete?

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Dog_of_War

you should be able to take your TB off in about 10 minutes or so,. this includes the time to open your car door, pull the hood release tab, prop up hood, remove intake, disconnect coolant hoses to FITV, disconnect the 2 sensors and unscrew 4 bolts holding the TB to the IM,.. give or take a few minutes for you to get the proper 12mm wrench

Just fixed my TPS today.. heck a matter of minutes ago.

honestly though,.. once you get it off and install the new TPS might take ya a bit to get to the wires and set up a volt meter,.. if you have someone help you it will be much easier to test,.. but easily doable by yourself,.. all in all,.. start to finish roughly 20-30 mins-ish.

Id make sure that you have a new TB gasket though,.. just depends how old/condition of the current one is.

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jimnissan

This is also a good wat test your original for proper function

Prelude_92

im curious to know what the pin out is

my plug was smashed while taking out the engine and i've since replaced the plug but forgot the note the pin outs.. :/

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drummerboy

Question:

I went to adjust my new sensor today. But the most I could get at closed was .2V, and at WOT, 3.6ish volts. What went wrong? It's better than when I started, but I don't have any more "slot" to adjust.

I'm out of ideas...

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Prelude_92

it's a tedious task that requires alot of patience. small movements cause the tps to fluctuate alot

huahuamick

This is also a good wat test your original for proper function