How often should we clean the throttle body? I feel like it’s something that’s easy to overlook.
It’s usually recommended every 20,000 to 30,000 miles, or if you’re experiencing issues like stuttering or reduced performance.
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I couldn’t believe the difference new spark plugs made for my car! I highly recommend checking them out.
If the fuel filter is clogged, that could also starve the engine of fuel, leading to a stutter. Definitely worth inspecting! Anyone know how to check that?
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You can usually find the fuel filter near the fuel tank. Just make sure to relieve the fuel pressure before you start working on it!
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Be careful! I’ve had my share of fuel spills. A funny yet disastrous situation.
LOL! Fuel spills can be a mess. In addition to inspection, consider running a fuel system cleaner through your tank to help clear out deposits. It worked wonders for me!
Thanks for all the suggestions! I’ll make sure to try everything mentioned here. Reflecting on past experiences, I’ve learned that these small checks can lead to better performance.
I’m experiencing the same issue! My car stutters around 3000 RPM while accelerating. I found that cleaning the fuel injectors helped a bit. Has anyone else tried this?
I had a similar problem, and it turned out to be a bad air filter. Changed it myself, and the stuttering stopped immediately. Maybe check yours?
Sometimes stuttering during acceleration can be due to spark plug issues. Have you checked those? I had mine replaced, and that fixed my problem!
Interesting! I replaced my fuel filters last month, but my car still stutters. I guess it varies from case to case?
Make sure to check for any vacuum leaks. I had a tiny crack in a hose, which was causing major acceleration issues. It’s a DIY fix too!
Wow! I never even considered that. I’ll definitely check my hoses. Thanks for the tip!
If everything else fails, I suggest taking it to a professional. I spent some time chasing my tail with DIY fixes before finally going that route.
That’s a good point. Sometimes it’s just better to let the pros handle it. What did the mechanic diagnose in your case?
I had to get my throttle body cleaned by a pro, and it made a world of difference. Definitely worth it if you find DIY isn’t helping.
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Has anyone checked their transmission fluid? My friend had stuttering because of low fluid levels, and adding more did the trick!
Hah! I guess I’ll check my fluid levels before anything else. Can’t believe I didn’t think of that.
I think it might also depend on the make and model. Some cars are just more prone to these issues. In my old Honda, it was a bit of everything!