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schwaggy Sep 21, 2015 01:42 PM

Throttle/Idle issues? Clean your throttle body asap!
 
I was having an odd issue whenever I came to a stop, the car would idle so low the engine would shake.

Opened up the TB and while it didn't appear too dirty, I cleaned it thoroughly with http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/wcs...8_pri_larg.jpg

Making sure to get the edges of the butterfly.

WOW - problem gone.

Niver39 Sep 21, 2015 01:51 PM

I clean mine and my MAF sensor every other oil change. Had the same problem as you did 😔. I also use BP 44K oil change as well.

Ghaniba Sep 22, 2015 06:11 AM

I would get a reduced engine performance message rolling down a long downhill grade. Occasionally it would also stall out when I went to back into my driveway...

Cleaned the TB and never had a problem since. It's amazing just how touchy they are! I've had cars be WAY more dirty and it made no difference after cleaning it!

So, I too, am a fan! Especially when it's a 20-30min job even if you don't know what you're doing! :D

Dave

schwaggy Sep 22, 2015 11:01 AM

Totally. I really didn't hold out much hope, especially when first looking and seeing how relatively clean it was.
Bam! - $4 and 30 minutes later and it's silky smooth.

babyxbuffalo Feb 10, 2018 04:52 PM

Tools needed? I'm having codes P0174 and P0171 show up and I was hoping this would be a first step.

schwaggy Feb 12, 2018 11:25 AM


Originally Posted by babyxbuffalo (Post 636543)
Tools needed? I'm having codes P0174 and P0171 show up and I was hoping this would be a first step.

A screwdriver and the aforementioned cleaner, some rags, perhaps an old toothbrush.

shanechevelle Jan 29, 2019 10:42 PM

Gonna add this to my list.

TBH does freeze up and has a purpose
And
I know how to bleed my rover.

good luck all! Hope you guys make it through the winter!

its about 15 here so far.


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