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Throttle Full Close Switch: Description and Operation

Throttle Position Sensor/Idle (IDL) Switch Assembly

PURPOSE

The Idle (IDL) switch detects idle position when the throttle plate is closed.

LOCATION

Integrated in the Throttle Position (TP) sensor assembly, and mounted to the Throttle body.

OPERATION 

The IDL switch signal is used by the PCM to control the following:
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Fuel injection

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Ignition timing 

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Fuel pump 

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Idle speed

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