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Vacuum Switch: Description and Operation

Vacuum Switch System:





The Vacuum Switch is a contact type switch that is operated by intake manifold vacuum. When the throttle valve closes, the intake manifold vacuum acts on the vacuum switch to close its contact. By this action, the voltage on the ECU side is grounded and the ECU senses that the throttle valve opening is near idle.