Circuit/System Description

The throttle actuator control (TAC) system uses two throttle position (TP) sensors to monitor the throttle position. The TP sensors 1 and 2 are located within the throttle body assembly. Each sensor has the following circuits:

• A 5-volt reference circuit
• A low reference circuit
• A signal circuit

Two processors are also used to monitor the TAC system data. Both processors are located within the powertrain control module (PCM). Each signal circuit provides both processors with a signal voltage proportional to throttle plate movement. Both processors monitor each other's data to verify that the indicated TP calculation is correct.