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How to perform a TPS sweep test using a digital multimeter and a scope.
This primary purpose of this video is to show you how to test a throttle position sensor with a voltmeter. At the end of the video I will also show you what the signal should look like on a scope. There are limitations to what the voltmeter can do, which will also be discussed.

Engine Performance Diagnostics chapter 7 pages 10-13

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  • TPS sweep test using a voltmeter
  • limitations of a voltmeter

Tools used

  • digital multimeter
  • labscope

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Playlist

(Chapter 7) Potentiometer-position sensor tests TPS, EVP, APP, VAF etc

Related videos:

Hesitation and idle problems from a bad TPS (OBD1 Eclipse):

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How to test a throttle position sensor (P0121, P0122) GM wiring integrity:

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