Posts Tagged: engine idle problems
How to Diagnose a Throttle Body Code Like a Pro
Why You’re Getting a Throttle Body Code (And What to Do About It) Quick Summary Most problems come down to three areas: carbon buildup, electrical faults, or bad sensor feedback. The electronic throttle body is controlled by the ECM based on the accelerator pedal sensors, and it continuously monitors its position for accuracy. If something doesn’t match, it sets a throttle body code. My job is to determine whether the issue is mechanical, electrical, or data-related—and fix it right the first time. When you get a throttle body code, it’s … Read More
Why Your Engine Has a Rough Idle and How to Fix It for Good
The Real Causes of Rough Idle and High Idle Quick Summary The root cause of a rough idle or high idle is almost always extra air getting into the engine or the computer losing control of airflow at idle. Vacuum leaks, carbon buildup in the throttle body, and idle air control problems account for the vast majority of rough idle and high idle complaints. Fixing the airflow problem first saves time, money, and frustration. Article Rough Idle or High Idle? How to Diagnose and Fix Both Problems the Right Way … Read More