How to Clean the Throttle Body in a Car?

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OLillian
07/29/25 7:06pm
To clean the throttle body in a car, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the ignition switch and disconnect the negative terminal of the battery; 2. Remove the throttle cable, intake hose, and screws securing the throttle body in sequence; 3. Use a cleaning agent to clean the throttle body, and for areas that are hard to reach, use a cotton swab to wipe. The throttle body is a controllable valve that regulates the air entering the engine. After entering the intake pipe, the air mixes with gasoline to form a combustible mixture, which then burns to perform work. The effects of a dirty throttle body include: 1. Engine shaking during idle; 2. Insufficient power when driving; 3. Increased fuel consumption; 4. The vehicle is prone to stalling; 5. Emissions fail to meet standards.
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