Throttle Positions

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Engine Braking A condition where the engine is used to slow the vehicle by manually downshifting during a zero throttle coastdown.

Full Throttle Detent Downshift A quick apply of the accelerator pedal to its full travel, forcing a downshift.

Heavy Throttle Approximately 3/4 of accelerator pedal travel, 75 percent throttle position.

Light Throttle Approximately 1/4 of accelerator pedal travel, 25 percent throttle position.

Medium Throttle Approximately 1/2 of accelerator pedal travel, 50 percent throttle position.

Minimum Throttle The least amount of throttle opening required for an upshift.

Wide Open Throttle (WOT) Full travel of the accelerator pedal, 100 percent throttle position.

Zero Throttle Coastdown A full release of the accelerator pedal while the vehicle is in motion and in drive range.