Nissan and Datsun Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Throttle Position Sensor: Component Tests and General Diagnostics

TPS Test

1. Disconnect throttle position sensor harness connector.

2. Make sure that resistance between terminals "b" and "c" changes when opening throttle valve manually.

With accelerator pedal: 

Completely released: Approximately 1.0K Ohms
Partially released: 1.0 - 9.0K Ohms
Completely depressed: Approximately 9.0K Ohms

3. If NG, replace throttle position sensor.