Universal Automotive straight Throttle Gas Pedal

When you step on the gas pedal you initiate a process that delivers air and fuel to the engine. As the gas pedal is pressed, it turns a pivot that in turn pulls the throttle wire. The throttle wire is connected to a throttle linkage. That linkage serves to control a valve that regulates the air intake to the engine. The more you step on the gas pedal, the wider open the valve becomes, and the more air is let in. Various sensors monitor this airflow and inject fuel accordingly to maintain an optimum ratio of air to fuel.