Where is the accelerator pedal located in a car?

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LaEliana
07/30/25 7:05am
The accelerator pedal in a car is located as follows: Manual transmission vehicles have three pedals arranged from left to right - the first is the clutch, the second is the brake, and the third is the accelerator. Typically, the left foot controls the clutch while the right foot controls both the brake and accelerator. Standard operating techniques for pressing the accelerator and brake: Pivot your right heel on the floor and rotate your foot left or right to press the pedals without lifting the heel. Press the brake straight on and the accelerator at an angle, with your right foot slightly favoring the brake side to ensure proper braking force. The accelerator pedal, also known as the throttle pedal, is part of the car's fuel supply system. By controlling how much you press it, you regulate the engine throttle opening, control air intake, while the computer controls fuel injection, thereby managing engine speed.
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