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Exhaust Emissions System - Throttle Opener System: Description

The throttle opener system, used on manual transmission models only, holds the throttle open slightly during deceleration to prevent high hydrocarbon (HC) emissions caused by incombustible mixtures. The system consists of a throttle control valve and a throttle opener diaphragm.