Throttle Positions

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.