Does the throttle need cleaning?

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MacViolet
07/29/25 12:06pm
Throttle cleaning is necessary. The steps for cleaning the throttle are as follows: 1. Open the front hood, locate the engine and the air filter tube, and loosen the clamp screw on the engine side of the air filter tube; 2. Spray the cleaning agent onto the electronic throttle and wipe it with a cloth. Repeat the process, and use cotton swabs to clean hard-to-reach areas; 3. Turn the car key to the 'on' position and continue wiping until the black deposits inside are completely cleaned; 4. Reinstall the clamp on the air filter tube and tighten it. The throttle is a controllable valve that regulates the air entering the engine. There are two types: traditional cable-operated and electronic throttles. After entering the intake pipe, the air mixes with gasoline to form a combustible mixture for combustion and power generation. The throttle is connected to the air filter at the top and the engine block at the bottom, often referred to as the 'throat' of the car engine.
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