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Old Sep 26, 2003 | 01:34 PM
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what is the correct method for checking the tps I have the multimeter and I understand that its supposed to be .99 volts but where do i hook up the wires for the tester, what do I set the tester on and so-forth. its on a 91 e-150 w/351w
 
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Old Sep 30, 2003 | 10:49 PM
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Connect the meter to the center wire and turn on the key. Then ground the other meter probe. At closed throttle you should see just under 1 volt. Please the throttle slowly and you should see a smooth transition to 4+ volts at wide open throttle. If not, then it needs replacing.
 
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Old Oct 1, 2003 | 06:22 PM
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center wire? theres only two.
 
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Old Oct 1, 2003 | 08:26 PM
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Should be one on the outer side and one in the center.
 
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I think my tps in my truck is going, where would i find it? I have a 1990 F-150 XLT X-cab 2x4 302EFI auto.
 
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