Throttle Valve: Notes

The throttle valve on the N62 is not necessary for engine load control. This is carried out by the intake valves variable lift adjustment.

• Throttle Valve Housing with Throttle Valve.
• Throttle Valve Actuator
• Two Throttle Valve Potentiometers
  Fig 1: Identifying Throttle Valve

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The tasks of the throttle valve are: