That'* a good point. Unplugging the TPS will be a zero signal.

it runs rough then smooths out anyway. im kinda confused.

Inspect the MAF. Tap on it, does the engine stumble? Can you see the thin wire in the MAF?

i unplugged the TPS while the car was idling and i didnt notice a change in the 10 seconds it was unplugged. I didnt look for a check engine light while it was unplugged and it hasnt shown one at all since i have owned it.

its dark and cold out right now. ill check that tomorrow.

what and how should i test these parts?

You haven't ever had a check engine light? When you turn the key to RUN, does the check engine light come on?

If so, then you and your car are very lucky!

If not, then your light is burned out. If you've been getting check engine "lights," then you've never been told. Plug in a code reader and be prepared for a possible laundry list of codes.

I agree. Check for codes.I have a '97.Mines looping when first started usually stalls on first start up. Hot or cold threw codes po121 TP sensor & code po108 map sensor.

im beginning to think thats its burnt out. i had it ran for codes at autozone a while back and it had like 3 i think and i actually still have the sheets now that you mention it. thanks for refreshing my memory.

i have a P0102 code and a P0446.

so MAF it is?

mine occasionally stalls as well and i figured that had to do with the rough idle not giving enough fuel.

102 is the MAF, and 446 is the EVAP vent performance. I'm thinking about a vacuum leak in the EVAP system.

what would be the best way to test/locate the vacuum leak? im gonna take out the MAF today and see its condition and run to autozone to have then run for codes.

Your just going to have to inspect the vacuum lines. Look for cracked or brittle lines.