ELECTRICAL
10.11
ELECTRONIC THROTTLE
CONTROL (ETC)
SWITCH
The Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system is
designed to stop the engine of an ATV in the event of
a mechanical problem with the throttle mechanism.
The ETC switch is mounted independently of the
throttle actuator lever inside the throttle block
assembly. This is a normally closed switch, and is
held in the open position (contacts are separated (as
shown below) by throttle cable tension. The contacts
are “open” in normal operation regardless of throttle
lever position. In the event of a mechanical problem
in the throttle mechanism (cable tension is lost), the
switch contacts close, connecting the CDI black wire
to ground, preventingignitionspark. This is thesame
as turning the key or engine stop switch “OFF”.
Test the ETC switch at the harness connector . NOTE:
Adjust throttle cable freeplay (ETC switch) and make
sure throttle mechanism is functioning properly before
testing the switch. Refer to Maintenance Chapter 2
for cable adjustment procedure.
ETC OPERATION TEST
Remove throttle block cover by carefully releasing all
tabs around edge of cover.
Place transmission in neutral and apply parking
brake.
Start engine and open throttle lever slightly until
engine RPM is just above idle speed.
Hold throttle cable with fingers at point “A” as shown
belowandreleasethrottle lever. If the ETC systemis
functioning properly, the engine will lose spark and
stop.
Switch contacts are
open during normal op-
eration
A
ETC switch contacts
are closed inafault
condition (throttle cable
slack).
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Switch
(Composite Throttle Housing)
Brn
Blk
Brn
CDI UNIT
AWD
Lamp
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