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Throttle Valve Switch, Checking/Adjusting

Checking And Adjusting The Throttle Valve Switch
Combined switch in single housing





Check switch continuity as follows
- Connect multimeter US 1119 across terminals of unplugged switch connector 1
Multimeter must read 0 ohms only when throttle lever is at idle stop and full throttle stop

Check switch-on point of throttle switch as follows
- Open throttle valve and slowly close
- Measure switch-on point with feeler gauge between idle stop and idle adjusting screw
Must be 0.05-0.10 mm (0.002-0.004 in) before idle stop (gap a)

If measurement NOT OK
- Correct by adjusting position of switch.
- Loosen screw 2 and adjust screw 3

CAUTION: Basic throttle valve adjustment must NOT be changed.

Note: Correct adjustment is important. Following are conditions that are created by improper adjustment:
Gap a too large:
- Engine surges with lean condition.
Gap a too small:
- With cold engine, stalling at full throttle acceleration.
- With engine warm, no deceleration fuel shut-off.