Cruise Control Actuator
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Toyota Avalon. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Cruise control actuator consists of a motor, magnetic clutch, control arm and position sensor. When cruise control actuator receives a signal from cruise control ECU, magnetic clutch engages and activates motor. Motor moves control arm to open or close throttle. When motor rotates forward, throttle plate is opened. When motor rotates backward, throttle plate is closed.