Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair Mini
01 Introduction02 General information03 Information04 Engine05 Emission control06 Engine management system - MEMS07 Fuel delivery system08 Cooling system09 Manifold & exhaust systems10 Clutch11 Manual gearbox12 Drive shafts13 Steering14 Suspension15 Brakes16 Restraint systems17 Body18 Heating & ventilation19 Wipers & washers20 Electrical21 Instruments
Mini Mini Workshop Manual (1996-2000)06 · Engine management system - MEMS
06 · Engine

Throttle housing (page 2 of 2)

Make
Mini
Model
Mini Workshop Manual
Year
1996–2000
Section
Repairs
Engine management system - MEMSThrottle housing · page 2 of 2

Do not carry out further dismantling if component is removed for access only.

Do not carry out further dismantling if component is removed for access only.
  1. Remove and discard 2 screws and wave washers securing TP sensor to throttle housing.
  2. Remove TP sensor specification plate.
  3. Pull TP sensor from throttle spindle.

CAUTION: Do not twist or apply leverage to TP sensor.

  1. Clean mating faces of throttle housing and TP sensor.
  2. Fit TP sensor to throttle spindle. Ensure that during fitting, the machined flat on the throttle spindle is aligned with the mating portion of the TP sensor.
Fit TP sensor to throttle spindle. Ensure that during fitting, the machined flat on the th

CAUTION: The TP sensor can be easily damaged during fitting. When pressing the sensor onto the throttle spindle, use fingers only, and only apply pressure to the area shown shaded in the illustration.

  1. Rotate TP sensor in an anti-clockwise direction to align fixing holes.

CAUTION: Do not rotate sensor in a clockwise direction, and ensure that it is not rotated beyond its internal stops.

  1. Fit TP sensor specification plate.
  2. Fit NEW screws and wave washers, and tighten to 1.5 Nm.

CAUTION: Do not exceed specified torque figure.

Refit

  1. Clean mating faces of throttle housing and inlet manifold.
  2. Lubricate new ’O’ ring with silicone grease and fit to throttle housing.
  3. Position throttle housing to inlet manifold, fit bolts and tighten to 8 Nm.
  4. Connect multiplug to TP sensor.
  5. Connect air bypass hose to throttle body.
  6. Position air cleaner mounting bracket to fuel rail and inlet manifold, fit and tighten bolts to 9 Nm.
  7. Secure harness clips to air cleaner mounting bracket.
  8. Connect throttle cable to throttle cam and locate adjusting nut to abutment bracket.
  9. Connect battery earth lead.
  10. Adjust throttle cable. See Adjustments.

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