Throttle Valve Switch testing....
 

Well, it my desire to create more projects and headaches for me - I removed my Throttle Valve Switch as it did not appear to be working based upon the Bentley manual testing procedure of the circuitry (I assumed you can pull full throttle at the engine end to get the proper reading as I did not have anyone else around). Anyway, now that the damn thing is out I was playing around with it to confirm my readings (continuity at the 3 and 18 pins when at full throtte). So I connected my meter probes and would twist the inner switch from one end to another - no continuity. I assume the switch is dead and I should order a new one from our forum host, of course. Is it safe to also assume that when the new one comes I should be able to get a continuity reading when I hook up the meter to the 3 and 18 pin and move the switch from one end to the other? I want to make sure I am doing things right for the set-up before the reinstallation. Any thoughts?

Not sure what pin is what, but when I hook up a meter according to the Bentley, I get continuity at WOT. After installation, adjust the switch so you get continuity around 80% of pedal travel or so. You can either hook up a beeping meter, or use a long piece of wood (2x2 or 1 x 4) through the open window to push on the gas pedal while standing in view of the engine compartment. Also a good way to verify the throttle linkage is working as intended.

Did you keep the engine going? I assumed you could do it with the engine off as you are taking the reading directly off the the TVS and it is not connected to anything at the time.

Engine off ... otherwise pushing on the gas pedal (or otherwise actuating the linkage) for any length of time gets VERY noisy. ;)

That's what I figured. I just wanted to rule out any assumptions on my part. Thanks.