Throttle Body cleaning...
What to use to spray clean the throttle body???
carb cleaner ok?? |
Originally Posted by Irish Whiskey
(Post 1580346031)
What to use to spray clean the throttle body???
carb cleaner ok?? |
Originally Posted by Irish Whiskey
(Post 1580346031)
What to use to spray clean the throttle body???
carb cleaner ok?? There are several different brands out there and they are not expensive. As mentioned, CRC brand is one of them. HTH |
Carb cleaner will work on the TB just fine.Just dont use it on the MAF.
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Originally Posted by rebelheart
(Post 1580347303)
Carb cleaner will work on the TB just fine.Just dont use it on the MAF.
Mutiple cars in the household? Use a TB cleaner for all just to be safe. Only have a C5 in the household? Carb cleaner will work. |
i used to own another car with a DBW system(gti) and i found this procedure very useful.
first, get a can of this: http://www.agthompsonfamily.com/vw/ThrottleBody29.jpg with DBW systems its important not to move the plate because the system can only adapt to so much change in the positioning . so you can use some qtips and some folded stips of paper or napkins to clean around and through the blade. this prevents any unwanted movement of the blade itself. below is a procedure for and GTi, but since most DBW throttle bodies are the same, this could be used here. throttle body cleaning |
Originally Posted by LoneStarFRC
(Post 1580347379)
Some TBs yes, some TBs no. The C5 TB I would likely agree with you since I don't think it has a protective coating inside the throat area that others do. Many TBs have a protective coating inside that a TB cleaner is designed to not remove/destroy.
Mutiple cars in the household? Use a TB cleaner for all just to be safe. Only have a C5 in the household? Carb cleaner will work. |
Originally Posted by LoneStarFRC
(Post 1580347379)
Some TBs yes, some TBs no. The C5 TB I would likely agree with you since I don't think it has a protective coating inside the throat area that others do. Many TBs have a protective coating inside that a TB cleaner is designed to not remove/destroy.
Mutiple cars in the household? Use a TB cleaner for all just to be safe. Only have a C5 in the household? Carb cleaner will work. C5s don't have any coating especially if there ported!! :D Its just best to use what is recommended. I have used CARB cleaner on the Corvette C5 and C6 TBs without issue. |
Does the throttle body need to be removed to properly cleaned?
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Originally Posted by 87convpaul
(Post 1581510111)
Does the throttle body need to be removed to properly cleaned?
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I recently cleaned mine for the first time. I removed it from the car, figuring that it would be easier to thoroughly clean it when it was out of the engine bay. It was a simple & straightforward procedure. I also took that opportunity to bypass the coolant line that runs through the throttle body. I used CRC Intake Cleaner for the cleaning. I held the plate open during the cleaning process and used an old toothbrush to get the stubborn deposits of the inside of the unit. My car suffered no negative effects from manually holding the plate open. The car had just over 50,000 miles when I performed the cleaning. I noticed an instant improvement in throttle response after the cleaning.
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Throttle body cleaning
Originally Posted by LoneStarFRC
(Post 1581513344)
Nope. Spray then wipe. I use the plastic handle of one of my larger screwdrivers to help hold the blade open so I can spray and wipe inside with a clean rag. After cleaning, I leave the screwdiver in there for another minute or two to evaporate any excess fluid.
I want to know if it is safe to manually move the blade cuz when I clean mine I have my battery disconnected to clean the maf |
Originally Posted by Gamdrunk
(Post 1593197641)
I want to know if it is safe to manually move the blade cuz when I clean mine I have my battery disconnected to clean the maf NOTE!!! The throttle blade is NOT spring loaded to snap shut. It will FLOP to the semi shut position when not powered by the PCM which is completely (NORMAL) When you turn on the ignition, it will erect SOLID to the last known stable idle position. I spray a rag or paper towel with brake parts cleaner and wipe the bore and blade clean. You can also wipe out the intake manifold and clean some of the OIL out of the floor. BC Bill |
Originally Posted by Marine One
(Post 1581513662)
I recently cleaned mine for the first time. I removed it from the car, figuring that it would be easier to thoroughly clean it when it was out of the engine bay. It was a simple & straightforward procedure. I also took that opportunity to bypass the coolant line that runs through the throttle body. I used CRC Intake Cleaner for the cleaning. I held the plate open during the cleaning process and used an old toothbrush to get the stubborn deposits of the inside of the unit. My car suffered no negative effects from manually holding the plate open. The car had just over 50,000 miles when I performed the cleaning. I noticed an instant improvement in throttle response after the cleaning.
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I am wondering those with blackwing, vararam or K&N type filters intakes how dirty are your throttle bodies??
I have used paper and mine still look brand new |
Originally Posted by sirdano
(Post 1593202036)
I am wondering those with blackwing, vararam or K&N type filters intakes how dirty are your throttle bodies??
I have used paper and mine still look brand new I cleaned my TB few weeks back for the first time since I've owned the vehicle and did make a noticeable throttle response. Just looked it today and still nice and clean clean. Simple maintenance cam make a positive difference. |
Originally Posted by Irish Whiskey
(Post 1580346031)
What to use to spray clean the throttle body???
carb cleaner ok?? Turn the key on and press the gas pedal once and then crank. Worked for me that way. |
I use brake and parts cleaner. It works great is not to harsh and does not leave a residue like carb cleaner does.
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