How to Clean the Throttle Body of a Malibu XL?

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DelMaddox
07/29/25 8:08pm
Spray the cleaning agent onto the electronic throttle body and repeatedly wipe it with a chamois cloth. Turn the car key to the ON position and continue wiping until the black residue is completely cleaned. Below is relevant information about the throttle body: 1. Function: The car 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 generate power. 2. Initialization: After cleaning the throttle body, initialization is necessary. This is because the ECU (Engine Control Unit) has a memory function when adjusting the throttle opening. Due to previous blockages caused by sludge, the ECU automatically adjusts the throttle opening to ensure proper air intake, maintaining normal operation.
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