TPS voltage

**98TransAmWs-6** · 04-30-2011, 09:22 PM

How do you set the voltage for.the TPS? I just got a new TB and it says I need to. Also the TPS sensor broke on it, the TB is a ls2 style TB so should any ls2 TPS sensor work on it?

**bills98ta** · 05-01-2011, 04:23 AM

Normally, you unplug it, turn the key on ( with-out starting it ) for 10 seconds, turn the key off, plug it back in, your done. That resets the zero point for the idle control circuit.

**98TransAmWs-6** · 05-01-2011, 04:36 AM

Originally Posted by bills98ta

Normally, you unplug it, turn the key on ( with-out starting it ) for 10 seconds, turn the key off, plug it back in, your done. That resets the zero point for the idle control circuit.

The directions that came with it says I have to adjust the voltage with a screw that just doesn't seem right. I'll try what you said when I get a new sensor.

**bills98ta** · 05-01-2011, 04:50 AM

Does your stock TPS fit ?

**bills98ta** · 05-01-2011, 04:55 AM

I have a 4bb TB that uses the stock TPS. That's why I ask.

**98TransAmWs-6** · 05-01-2011, 05:22 AM

Originally Posted by bills98ta

I have a 4bb TB that uses the stock TPS. That's why I ask.

No it does not. I have the professional products 101mm TB it's a ls2 style. I need a new sensor though but I don't know what will fit.

**bills98ta** · 05-01-2011, 07:04 AM

I tried researching it, but couldn't find any tps info on it... Pretty Wild looking TB though !

**98TransAmWs-6** · 05-01-2011, 07:44 AM

Originally Posted by bills98ta

I tried researching it, but couldn't find any tps info on it... Pretty Wild looking TB though !

The reason I am asking this is I just did a intake and TB swap and the car won't stay started. It revs up to 5k and shuts off and throws the code for the tps. The directions I got with the TB says you need to put the key in the on position and check the voltage and it should be 0.5 volts at idle and 4.5 at WOT. Then it says to check the voltage and adjust it with the adjustment screw and recheck it. I need a new Tps now since the other one fell apart.

**bills98ta** · 05-01-2011, 07:56 AM

Using HP Tuners ? You can scan with the key on, to test the TPS ( 0% - 100% )
Of coarse when you find another one...

**98TransAmWs-6** · 05-01-2011, 08:09 AM

Originally Posted by bills98ta

Using HP Tuners ? You can scan with the key on, to test the TPS ( 0% - 100% )
Of coarse when you find another one...

I don't have a HP tuner. Just a code diagnostic tool.

**bills98ta** · 05-01-2011, 08:28 AM

You will need a tune once you get it working. The air flow will differ, causing the ve tables to be inaccurate. Guess you would be close to Frost.

**98TransAmWs-6** · 05-01-2011, 09:13 AM

Originally Posted by bills98ta

You will need a tune once you get it working. The air flow will differ, causing the ve tables to be inaccurate. Guess you would be close to Frost.

Yeah I am going to see frost once it's up and running, going to get a SD tune. I am about 2 hours from frost.

**Cutlass** · 05-01-2011, 05:22 PM

There might be a screw on the idle bump stop that the throttle arm rests on. screw that in and out while monitoring the TPS volts

**98TransAmWs-6** · 05-01-2011, 05:29 PM

Originally Posted by Cutlass

There might be a screw on the idle bump stop that the throttle arm rests on. screw that in and out while monitoring the TPS volts

I know the screw I have to adjust it's just directions tell me what the voltage needs to be at idle and wot but it tells me not to start the car, just doesn't make sense. Also how do I measure the voltage with a voltage meter? Like where do I put the connectors to?

**Cutlass** · 05-01-2011, 05:34 PM

Yes, do not start the engine while doing this. Just turn the key on (engine off). Then you can measure the voltage.

Here's a thread that might help you some. How do I check my TPS?

**98TransAmWs-6** · 05-01-2011, 06:33 PM

Originally Posted by Cutlass

Yes, do not start the engine while doing this. Just turn the key on (engine off). Then you can measure the voltage.

Here's a thread that might help you some. How do I check my TPS?

That did help a bit but I have a couple questions how exactly do I check the voltage, I have never used a volt meter before. Should a standard ls2 tps work on my TB?

**Cutlass** · 05-02-2011, 06:15 PM

I think LS2 tb are drive by wire. Your "LS2" TB looks like its been converted for cable drive.
But I think all the TPS's are the same so just I would think your LS1 sensor should fit. If not, call pro products and ask them which one to get

**Cutlass** · 05-02-2011, 06:21 PM

To measure the voltage, you need to backprobe the connector while its connected to the TPS. I use a T-pin for this. You can get T-pins in the sewing sections of stores like Walmart or Target maybe. Or any sewing store. Here's a pic of a T-pin and how to back probe a connector..

Push the pin in until it contacts the terminal inside the connector.

**98TransAmWs-6** · 05-02-2011, 08:38 PM

Originally Posted by Cutlass

To measure the voltage, you need to backprobe the connector while its connected to the TPS. I use a T-pin for this. You can get T-pins in the sewing sections of stores like Walmart or Target maybe. Or any sewing store. Here's a pic of a T-pin and how to back probe a connector..