What Causes Idle Shaking After Cleaning the Throttle Body?
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The reason for idle shaking after cleaning the throttle body is the lack of data matching. After cleaning the throttle body, it is necessary to reset the computer or disconnect the negative terminal of the battery to allow the computer to reset the throttle body. Below is more information about the automotive throttle body: 1. The throttle body is a controllable valve that regulates the air entering the engine. After the air enters the intake pipe, it mixes with gasoline to form a combustible mixture, which then burns to generate power. It connects to the air filter at the top and the engine block at the bottom, often referred to as the throat of the car engine. 2. The throttle body is one of the most critical components in today's electronic fuel injection engine systems. Its upper part connects to the air filter, and the lower part connects to the engine block, serving as the throat of the car engine.
I've been driving for over 20 years and encountered this issue of idle vibration after throttle body cleaning several times. The main reason is that the engine control unit (ECU) hasn't adapted to the new condition. After cleaning, the carbon deposits are gone and airflow becomes smoother, but the ECU still remembers old data, resulting in mismatched fuel injection and ignition timing, causing severe idle vibration. You need to let the vehicle learn for a few minutes - for example, after starting, turn the key to the ON position and wait, allowing the computer to recalibrate sensor signals. Alternatively, disconnect the negative battery terminal for 5 minutes to reset. Sometimes residual cleaning solution on sensors can also cause airflow measurement deviations. I recommend taking a short highway drive to help the ECU adapt quickly. If that doesn't work, visit a professional shop for an ECU reset - don't delay as unstable idle wastes fuel. Also check the intake system thoroughly to ensure no other components are causing imbalance.