Accord V6-3.0L (2003)
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor: Description and Operation
Electronic Throttle Control System
Electronic Throttle Control System
The throttle is electronically controlled by the electionic throttle control system.
Idle control: when the engine is idling, the ECM/PCM controls the throttle actuator to maintain the proper idle speed according to engine loads.
Acceleration control: When the acclerator pedal is pressed, the ECM/PCM opens the throttle valve depending on the accelerator pedal position (APP)
sensor signal.
Cruise control: The ECM/PCM controls the throttle actuator to maintain set speed when the cruise control is in operation. The throttle actuator takes the
place of the cruise control actuator.