What are the symptoms of a throttle valve failure in the Geely Emgrand?

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Bella
07/30/25 1:02am
Throttle valve failure generally causes the car to fail to start, or after starting, the throttle valve does not return to position when the accelerator is pressed. It may also result in black smoke emission, high fuel consumption, elevated idle speed, and unsteady acceleration. Meaning of the throttle valve: The electronic throttle valve is an important control component of the car engine, consisting of the engine, speed sensor, and throttle valve. The electronic throttle control system allows precise control of the throttle opening, improving fuel economy and reducing emissions, achieving idle speed control, cruise control, and vehicle stability control integration, and simplifying the control system structure. Causes of throttle valve failure: Throttle valve failure is largely caused by carbon deposits inside the throttle valve. The problematic throttle valve often contains black carbon powder resulting from incomplete combustion. Prolonged use of the throttle valve and poor driving habits of the owner are the main causes of carbon deposits.
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