crappy throttle response from 1st to 2nd.???

[methodgirl97]

I was told that I would get more help if i started a new thread.


I'm having a problem with my throttle response at low speeds for example if i give it a good punch between 1k and 3k its like i have normal movement as if i wasn't being aggressive, but once i get past 3k and hit oh say 3,800rpms i feel the pull again and get the jump in speed. But its only really between 1st and 2nd gears. i have normal response with down shifting and higher speeds.

i read all over the forums about throttle response and tps is everywhere. i know now what tps is thanks to a helpful sir ..romeen

also i saw reference to the possibility of the clutch slipping, i have noticed that this response problem has been progressive and i have a '97 with its original clutch (new one in the mail) . how do i find the "TPS" on my car, ( a '97 GS SPYDER) and what can i do to it to see an effect to find out whats wrong with my GET UP AND GO!???

HELP!!!

-Tammy-

 

[Laysher91]

http://www.plymouthlaser.com/tps.htm

The tps is the black "thing" on the front of the throttle body opposite of the throttle cable. It has a round part the size of a half dollar coin and a rectangular electric connector. I have had issues with the tps on two occasions and a bad one can cause nasty problems. One time it threw a check engine code and the other time it didnt so its hard to tell what the problem is. I would definetly make sure it wasnt the tps before you replace your clutch. You can get a tps off ebay for $15, which is much cheaper than a clutch. That link will get you started, good luck!