Clean throttle body

[4dmalamute]

Well, after some weeks of the check engine light coming on, and finally checking the codes, I got around to taking the throttle body off. That damn thing was nasty inside. I have no pictures, nor do I have anything really tech to say, except.............DAMN.......there was a ton of build up inside that thing!

Anyway, the beast was idleing way higher, but with a quick adjustment it now is purring like a kitten!! Oh yes, this is a very straight forward do it yourself kind of job.........just incase anyone thinks it might be hard.

 

[MoJ]

Did it cure your CEL? What code?

 

[Bigshone]

Anyway, the beast was idleing way higher, but with a quick adjustment it now is purring like a kitten!!

What is the adjustment you're speaking of?

 

[RavenTai]

TPS maybe?

 

[4dmalamute]

Let me correct myself....The adjustment I was talking about was due to me previously messing with the throttle cable (tightening it up since it was idleing so low).

Anyway, the codes are clear (basically the codes were the ones saying I need a new ECU). My rig is a 1993 and I thought that I had the notorious cell that was due to having an old ECU. Turns out, I have the newer ECU (I forget the number) and I read a post or two how the throttle body, etc, could be throwing the codes. Damn, I am having a hard time typing this since I have been drinking wayyy to much Killians irish red (happy to fix my rig is why!!)

On that note, I best go check my pizza and drink another beer.

 

[sc40]

i'll have to do this, whats the best way to clean a TB?

 

[4dmalamute]

i'll have to do this, whats the best way to clean a TB?

Just take everything off. Its pretty simple actually. Just pay attention to what hoses go where.

 

[NaterGator]

If you are asking what to clean the TB with, I've had great luck with SeaFoam when I have it off, or Deep Creep if I dont feel like removing it.

 

[sc40]

i was asking about what to use to clean it. soak it in seafoam? scrub? or is it self explanatry on the bottle?

 

[RavenTai]

I have had good luck with 3M throttle plate cleaner, spray it on let it soak for a few and wipe it off, repeat as nessary, a small brush like an old tooth brush might help for thick stuff,