Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.
Manuals through 2025 now available!

Our trusted friends have launched a new website named LEMON, which has newer manuals. It also contains all the CHARM manuals.

LEMON is the spiritual successor to CHARM, I recommend you try it!

Link: lemon-manuals.la or lemon-manuals.org.ua

(Some people have issue connecting. LEMON is investigating. For now, use Firefox or change your DNS server)

Or, hide this message: temporarily or permanently

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 sensor assembly, and mounted to the Throttle body.


OPERATION
The IDL switch signal is used by the PCM to control the following:
- Fuel injection
- Ignition timing
- Fuel pump
- Idle speed