How often should the Edge throttle body be cleaned?

[CassandraAnn]

The frequency of cleaning the Edge throttle body depends on various factors, such as the vehicle's operating environment and fuel quality. Typically, 4S dealerships recommend cleaning every 20,000 kilometers. If the vehicle operates in a heavily polluted environment (primarily referring to inhalable particulate matter), impurities can quickly accumulate on the throttle body. Over time, this can affect the engine's air intake, necessitating cleaning. This phenomenon is most noticeable when starting the vehicle. Below are some related details: 1. There is no strict rule on how often the throttle body should be cleaned, as it depends on driving habits. From a symptomatic perspective, cleaning should be considered when issues like unstable idling occur. 2. Prolonged neglect of throttle body cleaning can lead to errors in the throttle opening angle and allow contaminated air to enter the engine combustion chamber. Both outcomes can cause abnormal engine operation, primarily manifesting as unstable idling, sudden deceleration when releasing the throttle, reduced power, and in severe cases, difficulty starting and increased fuel consumption. 3. The main function of the throttle body is to regulate the air intake based on the engine's load.