What's involved when the dealer says "Your throttle body needs servicing? I have a 96 PlymouthGrand Voyager 3.3L.
Throttle Body?
Jul 24, 2004
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The inside of the throttle body needs periodic cleaning. You can do a reasonable job by buying throttlebody cleaner (aerosol) and a small brush with a long handle. A more thorough job is done by removing the throttle body (new gaskets are needed) and then cleaning it. It's not…
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Don't spray carb cleaner into the throttle body. It will migrate down the throttle shaft and get in the TPS and destroy it. Spray the brush and then scrub. Spray brush, scrub, repeat. Wipe dry with a rag. Or spray rag and wipe. Wipe clean with a dry rag.
Bill
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