Electronic Throttle Control Module: Description and Operation

2002 Infiniti Q45 V8-4.5L (VK45DE)SECTION Description and Operation
ELECTRIC THROTTLE CONTROL FUNCTION (CIRCUIT)

Description
Electric Throttle Control Actuator consists of throttle control motor, acceleration pedal position sensor, throttle position sensor, etc.

The throttle control motor is operated by the ECM and it opens and closes the throttle valve.

The current opening angle of the throttle valve is detected by the throttle position sensor and it provides the feedback to the ECM to control the throttle control motor to make the throttle valve opening angle properly in response to driving condition.
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