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DTC 121, 122, 123, 124, 125 & DTC P0122, P0123 & P1121 in TSB 94-26-4; "...The following is a list of vehicle symptoms which have been associated with the TPS, but can also be related to other vehicle components. Check engine light, Stalls, quits, hesitation/stumble, fast idle; To minimize the replacement of good components, be advised that the following non-EEC areas may be the issue: Excessive blow-by, PCV malfunction, Vacuum leaks, Fuel pressure, Throttle sticking or linkage binding. MANY VOLTMETERS WILL AUTOMATICALLY CHANGE RANGES WHEN MEASURING TPS OUTPUT FROM IDLE TO WOT. WHEN A VOLTMETER IS USED TO MEASURE TPS OUTPUT FROM IDLE TO WOT, THE METER SCALES OR CHANGES RANGES AUTOMATICALLY. THERE MAY BE AN ERRONEOUS METER DISPLAY UNTIL THE VOLTMETER HAS LOCKED TO THE APPROPRIATE VOLTAGE READING. THE ERRONEOUS METER DISPLAY DOES NOT REPRESENT A DEFECTIVE TPS. NOTE: IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE "RANGE LOCK" FEATURE ON MANY METERS BE SET FOR CHECKING TPS VOLTAGE
DTC 122 through 125 Troubleshooting & Possible Causes; "...The TPS is located at the end of the throttle shaft on the throttle body. Using the TPS voltage signal the EEC determines fuel delivery based on throttle position. A bad TPS can be the cause of bad idle, which is caused by the injector pulse fluctuating. Some loss in performance can also be expected..."
Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) Function & Diagnosis TSB 94-26-4 by Ford for 93-95
ISSUE: The following Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) TSB has been developed for service use. This TSB includes the following topics:
Description And Background Of TPS
(A1) and (A2) - Diagnostic Trouble Codes (Service Tips)
( B) - Troubleshooting The TPS
© - TPS Application Charts
ACTION: If TPS diagnosis or repair is required, refer to the following procedures for service details.
DESCRIPTION The Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) is a rotary potentiometer that provides a voltage signal to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) that is linearly proportional to the throttle plate/shaft angular position. The TP sensor has a three-blade electrical connector that is plated. The plating increases the corrosion resistance on terminals and increases the connector durability. The TP sensor is mounted on the throttle body and is non-adjustable. As the TP sensor is rotated by the throttle shaft, four (4) operating conditions are determined by the PCM from the TP sensor.
The four (4) vehicle operating conditions are:
Closed throttle (idle or deceleration)
Part throttle (cruise, moderate acceleration)
Wide open throttle (maximum acceleration, de-choke on crank and A/C shut-off)
Throttle angle rate.
BACKGROUND: Recently, revisions have been made to the TPS, which have improved reliability and durability.
(A1) - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC)
A key difference between EEC-IV, OBD I and EEC-V, OBD II is the monitors. EEC-IV monitors are designed to identify system and component issues. EEC-V monitors are designed to measure the ability of systems and components to maintain low emission levels.
To minimize the replacement of good components, be advised that the following non-EEC areas may be the issue:
Excessive blow-by
PCV malfunction
Vacuum leaks
Fuel pressure
Throttle sticking or linkage binding.
(A2) - EEC-IV DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC)
When a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) 121, 124 or 125 are set in continuous memory, the technician is directed to Pinpoint Test G of the Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) Manual. Pinpoint Test G is named: In-Range MAF/TP/Fuel Injector Pulse Width Test. The description of the test is as follows:
EEC-IV DTC Code 121, 124, and 125 Description.
This In-Range Self-Test was designed to identify in-range concerns of the MAF sensor, TP sensor, or the fuel delivery system. The PCM will use information from these three (3) areas based on vehicle load to generate three (3) independent values. The three (3) independent values will be continuously monitored by the PCM. If one (1) of the values differs significantly from the others during normal vehicle operation, a Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) will be stored.
EEC codes for the TPS are intended as a supplemental aid to diagnostics. They do not indicate the root cause since more than one (1) component can set the same code.
For example: EEC-IV, OBD I Codes 122 and 123 and EEC-V, OBD II Codes P0122 and P0123 for "TP circuit too low" or "TP circuit too high", limit the condition to the TP circuit, connector, or vehicle harness.
EEC-IV, OBD I Codes: 121, "TP inconsistent with air meter", 124, "TP higher than expected", 125, "TP lower than expected" and OBD II Code P1121, "TP inconsistent with MAF sensor" are a result of a comparison of the TP signal to a given airflow. Any un-metered air (downstream of MAF) that enters the engine, either due to a mechanical situation or electrical sensor condition, may result in these codes. PC/ED Pinpoint Tests will guide you to the root cause and avoid customer repeat repairs.
EEC-IV (OBD I) Codes 124 and 125 are set in memory as follows: Codes 124-125 are a comparison of a given airflow to the TPS voltage (throttle plate position).
Code 124: The PCM has indicated that the airflow rate is too low for the position of the throttle plate angle.
Causes for EEC-IV, OBD I Code 124:
Air bypass solenoid flow low/blocked (MAF may indicate low during the event).
Throttle body obstructed.
EGR flow low.
TPS circuit concern when accompanied by Codes 122 or 123.
BP sensor low.
Code 125: The PCM has indicated that the airflow rate is too high for the position of the throttle plate.
Causes of EEC-IV, OBD I Code 125:
Air bypass solenoid high/stuck open (MAF may indicate high during this event).
Throttle plate not closing.
EGR flow high.
TPS circuit concern when accompanied by Codes 122 or 123.
BP sensor high.
These codes are designed to set while in the part throttle drive mode, and often the MIL light flashes on and off until the condition is gone. In some cases, it is difficult to repeat the codes in a test drive since the PCM requires a long drive time to calculate the error in the system. At other times, it may be difficult to repeat because the condition that set the code may be intermittent. Pinpoint Test G of the PC/ED Manual will guide you to the root cause.
Causes of EEC Codes 122: TPS sensor circuit voltage above maximum.
Causes of EEC codes 123: TPS sensor circuit voltage below minimum.
Harness damage.
Connector damage or water in connector.
Defective TPS, open or short.
Check VREF for correct output.
( B) - TROUBLESHOOTING THE TPS
The following is a list of vehicle symptoms which have been associated with the TPS, but can also be related to other vehicle components.
Check engine light
Stalls/quits
Hesitation/stumble
Fast idle
If an EEC error code has identified the TPS as suspect, perform PC/ED Manual pinpoint tests on the TPS.
Testing the TPS in the vehicle electrical circuit:
The TPS is supplied with a 5.0 volt reference signal. As the TPS senses throttle plate rotation, the output voltage changes to a value in the range of 0.4 volts to 4.8 volts depending on vehicle application. A voltmeter, New Generation Star Tester (NGS) or Service Bay Diagnostics System (SBDS) is the recommended test equipment for checking the TPS output.
The reason SBDS or NGS are the preferred tools is that they allow TPS voltage monitoring without disturbing the connector. Many conditions can be caused by loose, dirty, oxidized, or poor connections that may correct themselves for a short time if the connector is disturbed during testing. This can mislead technicians into replacing a TPS that is okay, and the true cause, a bad connection, may return at some future time.
Measuring the TPS voltage at idle is key when diagnosing a TPS since most of its operational life is within 10 degrees of idle. Figures 2 and 3 include a guide to TPS output voltages for 1993-95 model year vehicles.
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175, 176, 177 (HO2S21 lack of switching, Bank 2)
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