Problems after TPS install - now have multiple cel codes
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Problems after TPS install - what is cel code "4"
While installing new plugs and wires, I decided to clean off my throttlebody. I removed the throttle position sensor to clean it better, but accidentally over-torqued it on reinstallation (didn't realize the torque specs were ridiculously low -something like 22in/lb). So after I bought a new TPS sensor ($200+) and reinstalled it, I'm now unable to adjust the sensor. The narrow range seems to stay at .002 and the full range at .030. The voltages don't change regardless if I move the the TPS up or down (with ignition in the "on" position).
When I start the car the idle shoots to 3,000 rpm and stays there (even if it's in first gear). The engine light now comes on and it's displaying: 4, 12, and 18. I know 12 and 18 deal with the TPS, but I don't know what 4 represents. I tried clearing the codes (disconnect ground, then brake), but they keep displaying when I start the car.
Anyone have an idea on what's wrong with the car? Since the space is so tight, I think I may have disconnected something while getting to the plugs. I'm on the verge of bringing the car to Satan (the dealership). Any help would be appreciated.
When I start the car the idle shoots to 3,000 rpm and stays there (even if it's in first gear). The engine light now comes on and it's displaying: 4, 12, and 18. I know 12 and 18 deal with the TPS, but I don't know what 4 represents. I tried clearing the codes (disconnect ground, then brake), but they keep displaying when I start the car.
Anyone have an idea on what's wrong with the car? Since the space is so tight, I think I may have disconnected something while getting to the plugs. I'm on the verge of bringing the car to Satan (the dealership). Any help would be appreciated.
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Originally Posted by Bad_Karma7
You didn't install it correctly. It needs to have some tension, when you open throttle it moves a little spring in the TPS.
Is the bottom butterfly suppose to open and close when I move the TPS? That's what is currently happening. If not, then I definitely installed it wrong.
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When the butterfly opens that moves the plastic tabs in the tps. There is a spring inside the Tps, that is what gives you the slight tension. Another thing, are you measuring the tps reading with the connector hooked up?
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Here's a better description of what Bad_Karma7 is trying to tell you (post #9):
https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...&highlight=tps
https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...&highlight=tps
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Originally Posted by BlueRex
Here's a better description of what Bad_Karma7 is trying to tell you (post #9):
https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...&highlight=tps
https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...&highlight=tps
It just made sense the way I installed it, but looks like it was put in backwards.
Now about that Cel code 4...argh!!! Hopefully that'll go away when I get the TPS running right.
Thanks everyone.
John
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Originally Posted by Bad_Karma7
When the butterfly opens that moves the plastic tabs in the tps. There is a spring inside the Tps, that is what gives you the slight tension. Another thing, are you measuring the tps reading with the connector hooked up?
Thanks for your help. I now understand what you were talking about installing it wrong.
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Originally Posted by Bad_Karma7
Thanks BlueRex! Efinifd3s...code 4 is Intake Air Thermo Sensor.
Before I do some research in the shop manual, any suggestions on how to test or find the Air Thermo Sensor? Do I need to remove the UIM to get to it? If it's broken I hope this isn't going to be another $200 maintenance item.
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Try this site for your codes http://www.troublecodes.net/mazda/ Your air thermo sensor is on the underside of your UIM, I believe.
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Again, I appreciate all your assistance. I was looking all over the place for what code 4 stood for. I was actually going to try to troubleshoot my crank angle sensor, due to other mazda cars having that code associated with the CAS sensor malfunction. You just saved me more valuable time avoiding all that unnecessary work and, with my luck, possibly damaging other things in the process (I'm new to rotaries).
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Originally Posted by montego
Well???
what was the outcome?
what was the outcome?
In regards to the trouble codes, 4, 10, & 11 all refer to the air intake therm sensor. Does anyone know the difference between those codes??
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