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Setting TPS to the correct position?

Discussion in 'Generation 1 Prius Discussion' started by JJLINK, Jul 30, 2011.

  1. JJLINK

    JJLINK Junior Member

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    Can anyone tell me how to set TPS to the correct position? I removed it while cleaning the throttle body, and now I can't seem to get it positioned correctly. The engine keeps revving its self while in park. I read AllData's instruction about starting with a 15 degree rotation to the right and then adjusting it using a Toyota hand held meter (which I don't have). Any ideas?
     
    #1 JJLINK, Jul 30, 2011
  2. Patrick Wong

    Patrick Wong DIY Enthusiast

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    It's unfortunate that you removed the TPS as that was unnecessary. The spring-loaded throttle shaft will pivot 90 degrees and you can rotate this by hand when the car is IG-OFF. This gives you good access to clean the throttle body interior and throttle plate.

    I suggest that you will need to have your local Toyota dealer service dept adjust the TPS correctly.
     
    #2 Patrick Wong, Jul 30, 2011
  3. freidawg

    freidawg Prius Recycler

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    A couple of options here. TIS has a procedure, but it does require techstream.

    Buy a used throttle body and bolt it on.

    Go to a dealer or independent toyota shop and have the set it. (towing+labor =??)

    Eric
     
    #3 freidawg, Jul 31, 2011
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