MerCruiser 305 CID (5.0L) Service Manual page 504

SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 24
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
1. Clean the surfaces of the TP sensor with a dry cloth.
2. Inspect the sensor for signs of wear or damage.
INSTALLATION
1. Apply Loctite 242 to screw threads. Install the TP sensor and dust seal on the throttle
body using the screws. Torque screws to 20 lb-in. (2 Nm).
2. Place a new gasket on the adapter.
3. Install throttle body on the adapter. Torque screws to 89 lb-in. (10 Nm).
4. Connect the harness connector to the TP sensor.
5. Place the flame arrestor over the throttle body and tighten clamp securely.
6. Install the flame arrestor cover. Tighten nut securely.
7. When negative (–) battery cable has been reconnected, start engine and check for TP
sensor output voltage. It should be approximately .7 Volts at idle and 4.5 Volts at wide
open throttle.
Index
90-861327--1 OCTOBER 1999
a
a - Screw (2)
b - Throttle Position (TP) Sensor
c - Throttle Body
d - Dust Seal
FUEL INJECTION DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY
c
b
d
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