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DTC 14: TP Sensor System (Maladjusted Sensor): Diagnosis

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Required Special Tool: 

  1. STEP 1. Using scan tool MB991502, read the A/T diagnostic trouble code. 
    CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991502, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991502.
    1. Connect scan tool MB991502 to the data link connector.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to "ON" position.
    3. Check for A/T diagnostic trouble code.
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

    Q: Is the A/T DTC 11 or 12 set? 

    YES < DTC 11 set >  : Refer to , DTC 11: TP Sensor System (Short Circuit) .

    YES < DTC 12 set >  : Refer to , DTC 12: TP Sensor System (Open Circuit) .

    NO:  Go to Step 2.

    Fig 1: Connecting Scan Tool MB991502 To Data Link Connector
    G04541837Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  2. STEP 2. Using scan tool MB991502, check data list item 11: TP Sensor. 
    1. Connect scan tool MB991502 to the data link connector.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to "ON" position.
    3. Set scan tool MB991502 to data reading mode for item 11: TP Sensor.
      • With the throttle valve in the idle position, voltage should measure between 535 and 735 mV.
      • With the throttle valve in the full-open position, voltage should measure between 4,500 and 5,500 mV.
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

    Q: Is the measured voltage between 535 and 735 mV at idle, and between 4,500 and 5,500 mV in the full-open position? 

    YES  : It can be assumed that this malfunction is intermittent. Refer to HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING/INSPECTION SERVICE POINTS .

    NO:  Go to Step 3.

    Fig 2: Connecting Scan Tool MB991502 To Data Link Connector
    G04541838Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  3. STEP 3. Measure the TP sensor output voltage at TP sensor connector B-07 by backprobing. 
    1. Do not disconnect connector B-07.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to "ON" position.
      Fig 3: Locating TP Sensor Connector B-07
      G04541839Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    3. Measure the voltage between terminal 3 and ground by backprobing.
      • With the throttle valve in the idle position, voltage should measure between 0.535 and 0.735 volt.
      • With the throttle valve in the full-open position, voltage should measure between 4.5 and 5.5 volts.
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

    Q: Is the measured voltage between 0.535 and 0.735 volt at idle, and between 4.5 and 5.5 volts in the full-open position? 

    YES  : Go to Step 4.

    NO:  Go to  Step 9.

    Fig 4: Measuring Voltage Between Terminal 3 And Ground
    G04541840Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  4. STEP 4. Check the TP sensor output voltage at PCM connector C-117 < 2.4L Engine > or C-119 < 3.0L Engine > by backprobing. 
    1. Do not disconnect connector C-117 < 2.4L Engine > or C-119 < 3.0L Engine >.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
      Fig 5: Locating PCM Connector C-117 Or C-119
      G04541841Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    3. Measure the voltage between terminal 78 and ground by backprobing.
      • With the throttle valve in the idle position, voltage should measure between 0.535 and 0.735 volt.
      • With the throttle valve in the full-open position, voltage should measure between 4.5 and 5.5 volts.
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

    Q: Is the measured voltage between 0.535 and 0.735 volt at idle, and between 4.5 and 5.5 volts in the full-open position? 

    YES  : Go to Step 5.

    NO:  Go to  Step 7.

    Fig 6: Measuring Voltage Between Terminal 78 And Ground
    G04541842Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  5. STEP 5. Check TP sensor connector B-07 and PCM connector C-117 < 2.4L Engine > or C-119 < 3.0L Engine > for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector. 

    Q: Are the connectors and terminals in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to Step 6.

    NO:  Repair or replace the damaged components. Refer to HARNESS CONNECTOR INSPECTION .

    Fig 7: Locating TP Sensor Connector B-07
    G04541843Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    Fig 8: Locating PCM Connector C-117 Or C-119
    G04541844Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  6. STEP 6. Using scan tool MB991502, check data list item 11: TP Sensor. 
    CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991502, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991502.
    1. Connect scan tool MB991502 to the data link connector.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to "ON" position.
    3. Set scan tool MB991502 to data reading mode for item 11: TP Sensor.
      • With the throttle valve in the idle position, voltage should measure between 535 and 735 mV.
      • With the throttle valve in the full-open position, voltage should measure between 4,500 and 5,500 mV.
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

    Q: Is the measured voltage between 535 and 735 mV at idle, and between 4,500 and 5,500 mV in the full-open position? 

    YES  : It can be assumed that this malfunction is intermittent. Refer to HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING/INSPECTION SERVICE POINTS .

    NO:  Replace the PCM.

    Fig 9: Connecting Scan Tool MB991502 To Data Link Connector
    G04541845Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  7. STEP 7. Check TP sensor connector B-07 and PCM connector C-117 < 2.4L Engine > or C-119 < 3.0L Engine > for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector. 

    Q: Are the connectors and terminals in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to Step 8.

    NO:  Repair or replace the damaged components. Refer to HARNESS CONNECTOR INSPECTION .

    Fig 10: Identifying TP Sensor Connector B-07
    G04541846Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    Fig 11: Identifying PCM Connector C-117 Or C-119
    G04541847Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  8. STEP 8. Check the harness for open circuit or damage between TP sensor connector B-07 terminal 3 and PCM connector C-117 < 2.4L Engine > or C-119 < 3.0L Engine > terminal 78. 

    Q: Is the harness wire in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to  Step 6.

    NO:  Repair or replace the harness wire.

    Fig 12: Locating TP Sensor Connector B-07
    G04541848Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    Fig 13: Locating PCM Connector C-117 Or C-119
    G04541849Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  9. STEP 9. Measure the power supply voltage from the PCM at the TP sensor connector B-07 by backprobing. 
    1. Do not disconnect connector B-07.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
      Fig 14: Locating TP Sensor Connector B-07
      G04541850Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    3. Measure the voltage between terminal 4 and ground by backprobing.
      • Voltage should measure between 4.9 and 5.1 volts.
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

    Q: Is the measured voltage between 4.9 and 5.1 volts? 

    YES  : Go to  Step 15.

    NO:  Go to Step 10.

    Fig 15: Measuring Voltage Between Terminal 4 And Ground
    G04541851Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  10. STEP 10. Measure the power supply voltage at PCM connector C-114 < 2.4L Engine > or C-115 < 3.0L Engine > by backprobing. 
    1. Do not disconnect connector C-114 < 2.4L Engine > or C-115 < 3.0L Engine >.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
      Fig 16: Identifying PCM Connector C-114 Or C-115
      G04541852Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    3. Measure the voltage between terminal 46 and ground by backprobing.
      • The voltage should measure between 4.9 and 5.1 volts.
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

    Q: Is the measured voltage between 4.9 and 5.1 volts? 

    YES  : Go to Step 11.

    NO:  Go to  Step 13.

    Fig 17: Measuring Voltage Between Terminal 46 And Ground
    G04541853Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  11. STEP 11. Check TP sensor connector B-07 and PCM connector C-114 < 2.4L Engine > or C-115 < 3.0L Engine > for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector. 

    Q: Are the connectors and terminals in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to Step 12.

    NO:  Repair or replace the damaged components. Refer to HARNESS CONNECTOR INSPECTION .

    Fig 18: Locating TP Sensor Connector B-07
    G04541854Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    Fig 19: Locating PCM Connector C-114 Or C-115
    G04541855Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  12. STEP 12. Check the harness for open circuit or damage between TP sensor connector B-07 terminal 4 and PCM connector C-114 < 2.4L Engine > or C-115 < 3.0L Engine > terminal 46. 

    Q: Is the harness wire in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to  Step 6.

    NO:  Repair or replace the harness wire.

    Fig 20: Identifying TP Sensor Connector B-07
    G04541856Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    Fig 21: Identifying PCM Connector C-114 Or C-115
    G04541857Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  13. STEP 13. Check TP sensor connector B-07 and PCM connector C-114 < 2.4L Engine > or C-115 < 3.0L Engine > for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector. 

    Q: Are the connectors and terminals in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to Step 14.

    NO:  Repair or replace the damaged components. Refer to HARNESS CONNECTOR INSPECTION .

    Fig 22: Locating TP Sensor Connector B-07
    G04541858Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    Fig 23: Locating PCM Connector C-114 Or C-115
    G04541859Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  14. STEP 14. Check harness for short circuit to ground between TP sensor connector B-07 terminal 4 and PCM connector C-114 < 2.4L Engine > or C-115 < 3.0L Engine > terminal 46. 

    Q: Is the harness wire in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to  Step 6.

    NO:  Repair or replace the harness wire.

    Fig 24: Identifying TP Sensor Connector B-07
    G04541860Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    Fig 25: Identifying PCM Connector C-114 Or C-115
    G04541861Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  15. STEP 15. Measure the ground voltage at TP sensor connector B-07 by backprobing. 
    1. Do not disconnect connector B-07.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
      Fig 26: Locating TP Sensor Connector B-07
      G04541862Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    3. Measure the voltage between terminal 1 and ground by backprobing.
      • The voltage should measure 0.5 volt or less.
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

    Q: Is the measured voltage 0.5 volt or less? 

    YES  : Go to  Step 20.

    NO:  Go to Step 16.

    Fig 27: Measuring Voltage Between Terminal 1 And Ground
    G04541863Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  16. STEP 16. Measure the ground voltage at PCM connector C-114 < 2.4L Engine > or C-115 < 3.0L Engine > by backprobing. 
    1. Do not disconnect connector C-114 < 2.4L Engine > or C-115 < 3.0L Engine >.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
      Fig 28: Locating PCM Connector C-114 Or C-115
      G04541864Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    3. Measure the voltage between terminal 57 and ground by backprobing.
      • The voltage should measure 0.5 volt or less.
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

    Q: Is the measured voltage 0.5 volt or less? 

    YES  : Go to Step 17.

    NO:  Go to  Step 19.

    Fig 29: Measuring Voltage Between Terminal 57 And Ground
    G04541865Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  17. STEP 17. Check TP sensor connector B-07 and PCM connector C-114 < 2.4L Engine > or C-115 < 3.0L Engine > for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector. 

    Q: Are the connectors and terminals in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to Step 18.

    NO:  Repair or replace the damaged components. Refer to HARNESS CONNECTOR INSPECTION .

    Fig 30: Locating TP Sensor Connector B-07
    G04541866Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    Fig 31: Locating PCM Connector C-114 Or C-115
    G04541867Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  18. STEP 18. Check the harness for open circuit or damage between TP sensor connector B-07 terminal 1 and PCM connector C-114 < 2.4L Engine > or C-115 < 3.0L Engine > terminal 57. 

    Q: Is the harness wire in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to  Step 6.

    NO:  Repair or replace the harness wire.

    Fig 32: Locating TP Sensor Connector B-07
    G04541868Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    Fig 33: Locating PCM Connector C-114 Or C-115
    G04541869Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  19. STEP 19. Check PCM connector C-114 < 2.4L Engine > or C-115 < 3.0L Engine > for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector. 

    Q: Is the connector and terminals in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to  Step 6.

    NO:  Repair or replace the damaged components. Refer to HARNESS CONNECTOR INSPECTION .

    Fig 34: Identifying PCM Connector C-114 Or C-115
    G04541870Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  20. STEP 20. Check TP sensor connector B-07 for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector. 

    Q: Are the connector and terminals in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to Step 21.

    NO:  Repair or replace the damaged components. Refer to HARNESS CONNECTOR INSPECTION .

    Fig 35: Identifying TP Sensor Connector B-07
    G04541871Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  21. STEP 21. Check the TP sensor. 
    1. Disconnect connector B-07 and measure at the TP sensor side.
      Fig 36: Locating Connector B-07
      G04541872Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    2. Measure the resistance between the TP sensor connector terminals 1 and 4.

      Standard value: 3.5 - 6.5 kΩ 

      Fig 37: Measuring Resistance Between TP Sensor Connector Terminals 1 And 4
      G04541873Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    3. Measure the resistance between the TP sensor connector terminals 1 and 3.
    4. Move the throttle valve from the idle position to the full-open position.
      • The resistance should change smoothly in proportion to the opening angle of the throttle valve.

    Q: Does the resistance change smoothly between 3.5 - 6.5 kΩ in proportion to the opening angle of the throttle valve? 

    YES  : Go to Step 22.

    NO:  Replace the TP sensor. Refer to < 2.4L Engine >, THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY or < 3.0L Engine >, THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY .

    Fig 38: Measuring Resistance Between TP Sensor Connector Terminals 1 And 3
    G04541874Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  22. STEP 22. Check PCM connectors C-114 < 2.4L Engine > or C-115 < 3.0L Engine > and C-117 < 2.4L Engine > or C-119 < 3.0L Engine > for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector. 

    Q: Are the connectors and terminals in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to Step 23.

    NO:  Repair or replace the damaged components. Refer to HARNESS CONNECTOR INSPECTION .

    Fig 39: Locating PCM Connectors C-114 Or C-115 And C-117 Or C-119
    G04541875Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  23. STEP 23. Check harness for a short circuit to ground or damage between TP sensor connector B-07 terminal 3 and PCM connector C-117 < 2.4L Engine > or C-119 < 3.0L Engine > terminal 78. 

    Q: Is the harness wire in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to Step 24.

    NO:  Repair or replace the harness wire.

    Fig 40: Identifying TP Sensor Connector B-07
    G04541876Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
    Fig 41: Identifying PCM Connector C-117 Or C-119
    G04541877Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  24. STEP 24. Check the TP sensor connector and harness for a short circuit to ground between the TP sensor and the auto-cruise control-ECU connector. 

    Q: Are the connector and harness wire in good condition? 

    YES  : Adjust the TP sensor. Refer to < 2.4L Engine >, On-vehicle Service - ON-VEHICLE SERVICE - TP SENSOR ADJUSTMENT or < 3.0L Engine >, On-vehicle Service - TP SENSOR ADJUSTMENT .

    NO:  Repair or replace the damaged components.

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