Capri L4-1597cc 1.6L DOHC (1992)
Throttle Position Sensor: Description and Operation
Idle (IDL) Switch
PURPOSE
The Throttle Position (TP) sensor detects throttle plate opening angle and sends the ECA a signal indicating throttle position. The ECA uses this
information to modify air/fuel mixture, idle speed, and fuel pressure.
OPERATION
Sensor produces 2 signals; one for idle (closed throttle) and the other for wide open throttle.
CONSTRUCTION
Consists of 2 switches sensing only closed or wide open throttle positions. These are referred to as the Idle (IDL) switch and Wide Open Throttle
(WOT) switch.
