Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Repair Procedures: Cleaning
- Remove the ETC module.
(Refer to Removal ETC Module Engine Control System )
- Keep the opening position of the ETC module plate with the fixing jig.
- Clean the contamination part of the throttle body with a soft and lint-free cloth dampened with cleanser to prevent foreign objects from going in.NOTE:
- Do not spray a cleanser directly to ETC module.
- Use a soft and lint-free cloth to clean carbon.
- Be careful not to wipe out coating (A) around the shaft.
If the coating is removed, poor idling control can be caused by excessive air leakage or foreign materials in the bearing of the shaft.
- After cleaning it, re-install the ETC module and perform ETC module learning procedure.
(Refer to Adjustment Engine Control System .)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.