How To Clean The Throttle Body-Without Removing It From The Engine

[@jackelliott872]

Thank you, well done, no obnoxious music or nonsense graphics, just straight forward information.

[@DespairRepair]

Hi, thanks for watching and for the kind words! Hope the video helped 🙂

[@MikeKollin]

That's the Cleanest throttle body I have ever seen in my life!! That's cleaner than when I bought my car new!

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching! Yes, it was in pretty good shape then

[@MarkF-ku5mb]

Thank you for posting this; it was very helpful! My car was regularly dying at idle when warmed up. Successfully cleaned the throttle body last weekend. It's better now but still dies. Air filter is good so I'll clean the MAF next and maybe the injectors. Thanks again!!

[@DespairRepair]

You're welcome, thanks for watching, and glad if the video helped!

[@cnctrigger]

Glad I found this. Will try this weekend. My truck keeps dying when going down highway. Having issues for mentioned at beginning of video.

[@lorenray9479]

I cleaned on, then off. The truck now runs great! So much more hidden carbon and dirt found with removal to clean. Air control for idle was totally frozen in crusty carbon. 190,000 and 24 years of build up!

[@DespairRepair]

Thanks for watching and glad if the video helped!

[@ravenbonanza1522]

Don't stick your finger inside the throttle body. When energized the butterfly will cut your fingers off. Disconnect the battery cable to be safe

[@DespairRepair]

Hi, thanks for watching and for sharing! In this case, the butterfly valve is held by the mechanism (feels like it's held with a spring) If you're a bit careful, nothing bad should happen.

[@brazyuniverse4221]

@@DespairRepair so no need to disconnect battery?

[@DespairRepair]

@@brazyuniverse4221 Hi and thanks for watching. No, you don't need to. You can do it if you want to be extra safe, but in most cases, there is no need to do it.

[@dirtyred246]

I've done it a few times and nothing. They shouldn't be closing that fast. Because you can still push them open while it's running.

[@lampoyo]

Thanks for this video! Hoping this gets my 08 Jetta back to normal. Stuttering at any acceleration. And low rpm at stop.

[@DespairRepair]

You're welcome and thanks for watching! Well, at least it's worth the try, since it all costs next to nothing (apart from the spray). Most VW group cars of this generation have similar problems with the throttle body.

[@JG-or5ug]

Was this the issue?

[@AthenaGM]

I appreciate your time and video! Stay blessed.

[@DespairRepair]

Thanks for watching!

[@stevemorin9545]

thanks for the info ,was going to take my car to a shop,but i'll give it a try !

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching! Good luck and I hope you successfully make the repair 🙂

[@marioavaughn]

Cant wait to get my power back. Good vid

[@Hash-i5i]

Thanks Fir the information

[@dawoodyousafdawoodyousad2421]

Dear i have totota hiace 2700 cc .milege 2_lac 50 wich engine oil you recomend

[@tomallen5837]

Hi DespairRepair! - love your title. Does this also apply to Volkswagen Golfs wherein I get the EPC light on and all kinds of false flags/errors on my dashboard? Because I thought I saw a video from you, or perhaps it was a short that described how to shut off your EPC warning light by this method. I get EPC warnings all the time, and I simply bypass it by shutting off the car and starting it again after 45 seconds. I'm also looking to get rid of my false flags. But they also go away as soon as I turn my car back on. This morning I literally had my EPC go on and then my water temperature gauge go up to 200 degrees before I shut the car off. I could even hear the fan facing. All I had to do to remedy was the usual with my EPC light being on. I waited 30 seconds. Everything was fine after that, including the thermometer showing false flags and racing.

[@craftsmantrucker6867]

Besides Cleaning 🧼 the throttle body of my pickup truck 🛻. I also clean it's MAF sensor too! And I always disconnect the battery both positive and negative terminal, I disconnect them, I don't wanna to shorten or ground some electricals while I'm doing it. It's better safe to disconnect them. So I clean the Throttle body, and the MAF sensor and I also clean the Air filter because I'm using a Volant Cold Air Intake, I clean them too and Re-oil it. After cleaning and doing inspections, I also gonna do inspections on the Sparkplugs to see if there's anything abnormal or unusual stuffs going on. Sometimes I also Inspecting the Fuel injectors too! Once I get all done with them. Before I reconnect the battery I'm also gonna inspect the Fuse box and relays, and also take a look at the battery itself too if it needed replacement. All of this are DIY I do it all myself! Because the cost of labor when you bring your vehicle in the shop is too expensive!!! Word of Advice! Get yourself a Repair and Maintenance Manual/Book for the specific Vehicle that you own and driving! It really will saves you thousands of dollars! Especially Mechanic's Rip off prices.

[@solo6965]

It's all about joy DIY

[@okoronkwochineduaugustine9249]

Thanks for this wonderful information!

[@kapilkumarvishwakarma1701]

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[@peterrudy9207]

Not necessary to disconnect the battery to clean the MAF . Just disconnect the wire to the MAF sensor , easily . Remove it completely , hold it up and spray liberally . I shake mine between spray bursts and let it dry inside at room temperature for at least an hour before , reinstalling .

[@TT-dp8qh]

If your throttle get dirty by carbon mixed with oil, it is the sign your intake manifold is getting very dirty too. Cleaning the throttle will not help much. Eventually, the carbon from the dirty intake manifold will spread to the throttle in a short time. You have to clean the throttle again. Once you clean the intake manifold and the throttle, your car will keep going for another 100k miles. The reason why there is carbon deposit in the throttle because those intake valves have some leaky oil that carries carbon and oil deposit into the intake manifold and it also spread into the throttle body. Most of direct injection engines have this issues!

[@girishkumarv.t.2190]

Very good information.Thank you Sir

[@TT-dp8qh]

@@girishkumarv.t.2190 Any time!

[@chriswhite8666]

Thanks. This was very helpful.

[@DespairRepair]

You're welcome and thanks for watching!

[@franciskangwa9296]

I need to try this and hope it helps

[@DespairRepair]

Good luck, I hope it helps too. Just don't use too much force when opening the butterfly valve.

[@solo6965]

very useful & easy to understand. keep it up

[@DespairRepair]

Thanks for the kind comment and for watching! We'll try our best 🙂

[@edwinraiford5024]

Can you explain how to do this for a 2019 Jeep latitude

[@arafathmtm2111]

Ritz petrol 2015 44000 km above! After taking off the throttle body and cleaning it, I did the calibration as mentioned in this video.... after that the car turns off while running, sometimes it turns off when I step on the clutch, it turns off when I go slow.. there is no problem when I press the accelerator.... is this a throttle body complaint?

[@robertserrato3596]

I had my computer worked on when I got the car back it was idling rough when the car is add a red light. Some videos say to turn the ignition to on then off twice on the third time turn the car on put your e-brake on, step on the brake, then put the car on drive. The engine should idle normal RPM after about 5 or 7 minutes. If this doesn't work then you should clean the throttle.

[@DespairRepair]

Thanks for sharing!

[@JC-ps2zy]

Can a dirty throttle body cause voltage surges? Tricking pcm maybe? Had new alt belt and tensioner new battery but getting battery light and rough idle voltage surge dips

[@DespairRepair]

Hi, thanks for watching, and sorry for the late reply. No, the throttle body can't affect the alternator voltage and system. But it can cause the rough idle which then causes an irregular alternator voltage.

[@bennygreene1421]

It can definitely cause the throttle plate to stick a little.. Also can't hurt to clean MAF SENSOR

[@YUMAx928xAZ]

I drive a 2006 Chrysler 300 and the butterfly doesn't open when pedal being pressed what could it be ?

[@richardwatts7604]

I have a 203 MK 4 golf 1,6 petrol sometimes when I am driving the car cuts out suddenly this sometimes happened more when the weather is worm outside , and sometimes it judders I have changed the spark plugs and the four silver tubes that attaches to the spark plugs, but the problem is still there could this be the Throttle body causing this issue?

[@gerlandkent6377]

Thank, you for you're helpful video

[@DespairRepair]

You're welcome and thank you for watching!

[@martinwilliams5681]

when cleaning the inside of the valve do i have to have the ignition on ?

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching! No, you don't but it mostly depends on the type of throttle body. If it opens using just a cable, then press the gas pedal or rotate the control lever on the throttle body and it will open. If it's an electronic system (like in the video) you'll need the ignition on and then press the pedal. In this case, even with the ignition on, the throttle body didn't react so I had to open the valve manually If you have to do this don't use too much force so you don't damage the throttle body. Also don't open it fully, rather just a couple of millimeters that will be enough for cleaning.

[@martinwilliams5681]

Thank you so much.@@DespairRepair

[@DespairRepair]

@@martinwilliams5681 you're welcome and thanks for watching!

[@longlove4u]

Some bad move here...dont push on tb butterfly ETB will break! Can dsmage Tps.

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching and sharing! In this case, it works fine as long as you're careful. From personal experience, it's the same for lots of other cars.

[@Yateekunai]

While i was cleaning my throttle, the tiny pipe of the wd 40 got sucked inside i just left it there coz i couldn't get it out... Will that damage the engine 🥲

[@MAGZIVE]

Hey friend, I think I made a mistake I sprayed liberally and now theres some small puddle of the product sitting inside......dont know if that could harm the engine if turn on the vehicle.....what would you recommend

[@greathey1234]

It should be okay if you used carb cleaner

[@Maccelerate]

It'll burn out when the engine runs, no prob.

[@chavenyenketswamy1498]

Some say you not supposed to push against that butterfly valve or you could damage the mechanism. Wouldn't it be better to remove the entire unit so the dirt doesn't accumulate inside.

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching! You're right, the better option is to take off the throttle body and clean it completely and thoroughly. But this video is meant mainly for people with less experience in mechanics or who can't do a more complicated repair. Especially since this helps lots of times. I did this personally a couple of times, no damage or problems, of course, you need to be careful with the butterfly valve, it has to be opened slowly. Regarding the filth, if you use a spray and some cloth or a small brush you can clean it very well, the spray evaporates and the filth that falls in the intake is insignificant. Hope this helps and sorry for writing a novel 🙂

[@girishkumarv.t.2190]

Sir, My wolks wagon polo 2019 (60000kms) was not ignitting or cranking after a long run.While turn ON the switch/key, there shows no response from the engine or starter and the warning lights like EPIC, Battery charge and Engine trouble are lighting. My battery is new. Does this happens with the throttle body issue ?., after all I am not using my car regularly.I have replaced my drive belt, engine Oil and cleaned the air filter recently.

[@DespairRepair]

Hi, and thanks for watching! It could be likely. I had a very similar problem with my Skoda Fabia, and we made a video about it. It was the throttle body, in that case, the warning lights that appeared were the check engine light, EPC light, and traction control light. Also, hook up an OBD tool if you can and see what fault codes you get.

[@momentus862]

2 things i notice you didnt take out the throttel body to cleaning properly and with the way you move it with your hand the car it would go to safe mode it would show the EPC and check engine light it needs vcds after that to restore the possition correctly of the throttle

[@Electrobilia]

After opening the butterfly valve on the TB tht wide, would you not have to usually reset the ECU? I've known opening the valve this wide to make the car go into limp home mode + terrible starting etc without this reset...

[@DespairRepair]

Hi, and thanks for watching! On sam cars perhaps, in this case, what you see in the video is what really happens. The throttle body is cleaned and the car is started without any problems. The simplicity of it all is one of the reasons we made this video. But in case the throttle body was totally removed and cleaned, a reset would be necessary.

[@bennygreene1421]

Mine opens when anyhow when at times I'm running my vehicle hard from 0--60. Opens WIDE.

[@Ridestereo765]

Wish my 06 Jetta was that easy to clean lol mine sits on the front end of the intake manifold. Really needs to be cleaned, loss of power on acceleration and random engine stalls.

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching! Yeah, in this case, it's really easy to do and effective. Don't want to be patronizing, but did you try to remove the air filter and spray through the air intake? This is also a popular solution for throttle bodies that are complicated to take off. Sometimes the better solution is to take the throttle body off immediately and properly clean it on the table, so to say.

[@Belteshazzar2.0]

Same for me. I have a 2015 golf and my throttle body intake is facing the manifold. Mine also has some extra part that seems to make the hose fit snug. Will try getting as close as possible to the opening and spray away. Will update . . .

[@ReneeMalone]

How do you take off the hose?

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching! Do you mean the hose on the engine cover?

[@HaydenKlein-xy4tn]

Can a dirty throttle body make your truck sound like a vacuum when you try to accelerate or rev it?

[@DespairRepair]

Hi, and thanks for watching! I don't think so, it would rather stall, you'd get the check engine light, it would idle roughly, etc.

[@JoseFisher-h6o]

I need to see a picture of the cable assemley

[@wiseguy6140]

Will this work on a 2013 Kia Optima

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching! The video shows the basic principle and if the throttle body is similar you can give it a try. Just watch out if you're going to open the butterfly valve so that you don't damage the mechanism for opening it (don't damage the gears inside the mechanism that open it).

[@robertserrato3596]

So should the RPM be at about 1000 when the car stops at a stop sign

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching! The exact number is 900 rpm in most cases.

[@scottykilmer3920]

That depends every car has a different idle rpm, most cars idles at 700 to 850rpm. 1000 rpm is high idle i would be looking at vacuum leaks in this case.

[@i0x37]

I can't find where this is located on my 1998 p11 primera 2.0 GX, could you please let me know?

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching! I'll be honest haven't worked on a car like that. The rule is to follow the air intake and you're bound to find it. So go from the air filter towards the engine. Hope this helps.

[@atillaozturk7075]

Good video Clarke Kent👍👍

[@DespairRepair]

😄😄😄😄 thanks for watching!

[@DespairRepair]

@Kent Little :-) :-) :-) thanks for watching!

[@jamielamarche2276]

Good to hear a dutch accent

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching, it's not Dutch 🙂

[@jamielamarche2276]

@@DespairRepair Oh! My mistake then. But close by?

[@josephmangwengmoepya7263]

Can it be repaired or not

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching! It can be cleaned successfully in most cases.

[@LorCruddyZone23]

can you use wD40

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching! No, don't use WD 40, it's too greasy and won't do the job properly

[@girishkumarv.t.2190]

Exactely

[@JoseFisher-h6o]

I asked about able control asembley for throttle body onDodge Ram 1996

[@flavoursonly]

Where is the coolant tempurature sensor located on this car?, I want to swap out my 2003 polo 9n one, and this car is identical, could u possibly tell me? Or show me a pic?

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and sorry for the late response! If it's the same engine and if we're talking about the same sensor (the one for the temperature gauge on the odometer) it's located on the plastic coolant connector. When you look at the engine bay, it's on the right-hand side, near the battery, just under the engine cover. It has wires coming from it and a big pin holding it in place. Once you remove the engine cover, it's easier to see and you can't miss it. This is the case with the Fabia anyway. Hope this helps!

[@pignapoke6772]

So HOW do you open the butterfly? You MUST HAVE A HELPER? Or can you just press???

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching! No help, did it manually, but you must be careful not to damage the mechanism

[@victorgalvan406]

Always spray on the rag!

[@DeGier]

With me when I give gas, the valve opens a bit, normally it has to half,be cleaned up to so it is useful?

[@TheCrokxx]

The valve doesn't descalibrate when you touched it?

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching! No, it didn't but I was careful when doing this. When I started the car after cleaning, everything was OK.

[@robertclinton3259]

It did for me but the idle relearn is easy to do

[@rustyvessel5086]

Where does all the gunk go when you clean your throttle body while still bolted in? Your engine... Take the time to remove it trust me

[@DespairRepair]

Hi, thanks for watching and for sharing. You're right, the best option, especially when the throttle body is seriously filthy, is to take it off and give it a good clean. But the point of the video is to show another less complicated and quicker option that can also solve the problem. Also, it's much more convenient for people who have less knowledge around cars and mechanics. Regarding the gunk and spray, the spray evaporates and most of the gunk comes out when carefully cleaned with a cloth. From personal experience, it's definitely worth the try before taking the throttle body off.

[@bonganikhumalo221]

Very good question bro

[@Erelio]

I used good rags and completely cleaned both sides . Car is running like a champ

[@lmantuano6986]

@@Erelio Hi! can you give us your assessment/example/opinion of the before-and-after? Thanx!

[@anthonychase4945]

Spray the cleaner onto the rag. Then wipe. That way no cleaner goes into the engine.

[@rinor3681]

Hi , when the car is turned off my throttle body its staying open , is it normal ?

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching! To my knowledge, it shouldn't be that way. Once you turn off the engine or take your foot off the gas pedal, it should close.

[@warpig23]

YOUR SO SMART> YOU MUST BE THE SMARTEST MAN IN THE WORLD...

[@Mr-Universe82]

Can rubbing alcohol or seafoam or degreaser be lightly applied on a rag and used for the throttle carbon build up. Why does it have to be throttle body cleaner becuz other chemicals even a damp rag works?

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching! Well, you can, but most people use it because it's the best chemical to remove grime and grease. The filth on the throttle body is very stubborn and sticky, this dissolves it very well. Besides this, it evaporates quickly and doesn't get into the air intake. By the way, if you decide to use other sprays or solvents try not to get any into the air intake, just in case.

[@bennygreene1421]

WD 40 makes a throttle body spray cleaner.

[@DespairRepair]

@@bennygreene1421 I'd recommend using the specific throttle body cleaner or carburetor cleaner, WD 40 is pretty greasy.

[@bennygreene1421]

@@DespairRepair K

[@bennygreene1421]

@@DespairRepair As for the throttle plate cleaning you also want the plate moving freely and not be dry?

[@machoratv673]

This video is more informative than oders✌

[@843idfa]

You're flushing all the dirt into the engine, doing more harm than gооd. You have to remove it and clean it. People see this 3:32 which looks clean, but don't see what it looks like inside.

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching and sharing! The intention of the video was to show a quick fix without taking off the throttle body. The proper way to do it is to take it off as you've said, but many people are reluctant to do this as it's more complicated and time-consuming. Also (at least from personal experience) this works just fine in most cases. It's certainly worth the try. Regarding the flushing, the spray evaporates quickly so I haven't noticed much gunk in the intake afterward. At least not more than there was before.

[@843idfa]

@Despair Repair Throttle body cleaner doesn't evaporate quickly, it's not meant to, you spray it into the valve and let it sit for a few seconds then flush it away. I cleaned mine recently which hadn't been cleaned for 13 years. So much soot came out it was like mud. I certainly don't want that goo going down my engine.

[@CameronGray-hu5uq]

I ha e a 1994 dodge dakota and it dies as soon as i take my foot off the gas and i cant seem to find the issue some poeple said its the trottle boddy and others say something else

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching! It could be numerous things with that problem, try to connect an OBD tool and see what codes you'll get.

[@FOEJayy-lx9sf]

You find anything out?

[@johnvega2528]

Does the car need to be on ?

[@DespairRepair]

Hi, and thanks for watching! No, the engine must be off.

[@landonhardt7180]

I have a 2011 Mazda 6 sedan with the 4 banger I just pulled off the air to show the throttle body and that thing is jammed packed with gunk. I’m cleaning it now and hoping it’s what the issue is

[@davidclark3147]

Everybody I read on KZbin with electronic throttle body says you turn that ignition on and have someone press the Gas pedal In fact you said it but didn't DO IT what's with that

[@DespairRepair]

Hi, and thanks for watching! In case of the Skoda, the butterfly valve on the throttle body turns only when you press the gas pedal while the engine is running. A bit inconvenient for cleaning. So, cleaning is only possible like in the video.

[@LisaProvost-h9n]

Starting disabled Service Throttle

[@keithkeith2]

Do not try this method on a nissan unless you want youre day ruined. Disconnect the battery, remove and clean the throttle body and re learn the throttle body.

[@DespairRepair]

Hi, thanks for watching and for sharing your knowledge and experience. What you've explained is the right way to do it but the point of the video is to show a quick alternative, especially to people who have less knowledge and experience around mechanics. Since the procedure shows results in the majority of cases (at least from personal experience), it's certainly worth the try this way.

[@robotpicnic6508]

Better to just remove it for cleaning. All the buildup is on the back side. It's just 4 bolts.

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching! You're right, this video is meant to show the easier option for less experienced people. More of a first aid measure but nevertheless effective

[@lazaruswidyoprasetyo4122]

lho koinnya kok di paksa buka dengan tangan, apa tidak rusak itu dan kacau

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching! If the translator did a good job, the answer would be: no the throttle body valve is OK, it doesn't break. But you have to be careful when opening it and not use too much force. Hope this helps.

[@user540000]

That one is easily accessible, just remove it from the engine to clean it properly so that it doesnt dump all that in the engine, you can also change out the gasket while its off, gasket is under 10 dollars

[@AB-dl1hz]

The point of the video is doing it without taking it off I guess that went over your head

[@arvindonner8976]

A Skoda is basically a VW, right? I mean VW owns Skoda last time I heard.

[@DespairRepair]

Hi and thanks for watching! Yes, it is. It's basically the same company, just different brands.

[@khawajajodat8763]

You haven't used the tooth brush...

[@gamerfeet69]

After eating, he'll use it.. don't worry

[@MrBlps]

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[@MaybachDay]

Bro just take it off and clean it. You'll never get a good clean with it still on. The gasket needs replaced or scraped off it it's RVT. Bad advice and lazy mechanic work.

[@DespairRepair]

Thanks for watching! The video is meant as a sort of first aid measure for less tech savvy people. It actually works pretty good in most cases when filth is causing the problem.

[@MaybachDay]

@@DespairRepair if you can’t take off a throttle body you have no business opening up ur hood

[@whpony96]

This is a bad idea! Throttle Body cleaner is highly flammable and injecting it directly or excessive fumes into the intake can cause a backfire that will crack or completely destroy your plastic intake.

[@DespairRepair]

Hi, and thanks for watching! I've done it lots of times no problem like that. The spray should be left to evaporate for a couple of minutes.

[@motorcyclemike43]

And don't reuse the tooth brush!

[@DespairRepair]

Thanks for watching! 🙂

[@ioannisioannis2988]

Completely stupid idea. You think that you clean the throttle.....

[@Mr-Universe82]

Why not enlighten the rest of us then how it should be done?