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.
2022 Kia Telluride EX, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Repair Procedures: Cleaning
- Remove the ETC Module.
(Refer to "Removal ")
- Keep the ETC module plate (A) open.
- lean the pollutant in the throttle body with a soft cloth moistened with cleaning fluid.NOTE:
- Do not spray cleaning fluid directly onto ETC. Use a lint free cloth moistened with cleaning fluid.
- Be careful not to clean the coating fluid around the shaft. If coating fluid is removed, idling control failure might occur by foreign substance inflow or excessive air leakage.
- After cleaning, re-install the ETC module and then perform the ETC module learning procedure.
(Refer to "Adjustment ")
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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.