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As I understand it, the throttle positioning sensor helps regulate the air/fuel mixture by controlling the butterfly valve, which opens and closes to make sure the right mixture is getting through relative to the amount of throttle needed.

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Q: What is the throttle position sensor used for in a jeep wrangler?
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