Throttle Full Close Switch: Description and Operation

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
The throttle position switch, built into the throttle position sensor unit, consists of a closed throttle position switch and wide open throttle position switch. The closed throttle position switch detects the throttle valve position, i.e. whether it is in the idle position or not. The detected position will then be sent to the ECM as a voltage signal. The ECM uses this signal to open or close the EVAP canister purge control valve when the throttle position sensor is malfunctioning.