Throttle Position Sensor Adjustment. Geo Prizm 1997

For 1990-2009 cars

1. Using J 39200 or equivalent, check for continuity between the terminals of the TP sensor (1) according to the resistance table.
2. Tighten the TP sensor attaching screws.
3. Connect the TP sensor electrical connector.
4. Connect the negative battery cable.

Tighten
Tighten the negative battery cable-to-negative terminal retainer to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

#### TP Sensor Resistance Specifications

Clearance Between Lever and Stop Screwr | Between Terminals | Resistance
--- | --- | ---
0 mm (0 in) | VTA-E2 | 0.2-5.7 k ohms
0.40 mm (0.016 in) | IDL-E2 | 2.3k ohms or less
0.90 mm (0.035 in) | IDL-E2 | Infinity
Throttle Valve Fully Open | VTA-E2 | 2.0-10.2k ohms
-- | VC-E2 | 2.5-5.9k ohms