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Clean Throttle Body Service

How much does a Clean Throttle Body cost?

On average, the cost for a Pontiac Tempest Clean Throttle Body is $126 with $31 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1989 Pontiac TempestL4-2.0LService typeClean Throttle BodyEstimate$337.08Shop/Dealer Price$376.35 - $440.18
1987 Pontiac TempestV6-2.8LService typeClean Throttle BodyEstimate$232.08Shop/Dealer Price$265.39 - $324.74
1963 Pontiac TempestV8-5.3LService typeClean Throttle BodyEstimate$156.09Shop/Dealer Price$181.38 - $234.72
1968 Pontiac TempestV8-6.6LService typeClean Throttle BodyEstimate$156.09Shop/Dealer Price$181.36 - $234.68
1987 Pontiac TempestL4-2.0LService typeClean Throttle BodyEstimate$232.08Shop/Dealer Price$265.42 - $324.79
1964 Pontiac TempestV8-5.3LService typeClean Throttle BodyEstimate$156.09Shop/Dealer Price$181.38 - $234.72
1991 Pontiac TempestL4-2.2LService typeClean Throttle BodyEstimate$301.08Shop/Dealer Price$340.07 - $403.68
1965 Pontiac TempestL6-3.8LService typeClean Throttle BodyEstimate$161.09Shop/Dealer Price$186.62 - $240.14
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What is cleaning the throttle body all about?

In order to run efficiently and smoothly, your vehicle needs a fuel mixture that is a perfect combination of air and gas. The air intake system is responsible for providing the air part of this equation. The throttle body is the component of the air intake system that determines exactly how much air to let combine with the fuel. When the throttle body is dirty it’s unable to let the right amount of air into the engine.

Keep in mind:

  • The air intake ducts should be examined when the throttle body is cleaned.
  • When the throttle body is cleaned, the entire air intake system should be inspected.

How it's done:

  • Take the snorkle off the throttle body
  • Spray brake cleaner on the throttle plate
  • Scrub plate with a brush
  • Spray the brake cleaner again
  • Reconnect snorkle

Our recommendation:

Your entire air intake system should be thoroughly examined during routine maintenance and servicing. Consult your owner's manual to see how frequently your throttle body should be cleaned.

What is a common symptom indicating you need to clean the throttle body?

  • Racing noise from the engine

How important is this service?

The air intake system draws air from outside of the vehicle, and blends it with the gas to create the optimal fuel mixture for your vehicle. The throttle body is the part of this system responsible for controlling exactly how much air is added to the gas. When the throttle body gets dirty, it is unable to allow the optimum amount of air into the air intake system, and the air-gas equation will be incorrect. As a result, your engine will not run smoothly.

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26 years of experience
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26 years of experience
Pontiac Tempest L6-3.8L - Brakes, Steering and Suspension Inspection - Los Altos, California
On time. A true gentleman. Skilled with cars that date over many years. He knows older cars including many classics. Younger mechanics probably would know know a thing about a 4BBL Carburetor. One can see that he has a true love of cars & the work he does. This is only one experience so I would hope to see him back when needed.

Chris

22 years of experience
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Chris
22 years of experience
Pontiac Tempest V8-5.3L - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Laguna Niguel, California
Chris did a great job inspecting the vehicle, I live in GA and wanted to purchase a car in CA so I needed an unbiased third party to look at it for me. My primary concern was that the car was represented accurately in the online ad (there are a lot of scams online now), which he did, we had a great conversation after the inspection which did a lot to comfort my concerns. This was a "project" car and needed to be evaluated accordingly, it was something that I had planned on doing a restoration on so I knew it needed some work. My only critique is that when the car was delivered there was a little more rust than I had expected, I wish that he had pointed that out, I accept some of the responsibility for not asking enough questions during our conversation. Overall I am extremely happy with the inspection service and would highly recommend Chris .

Lucas

21 years of experience
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Lucas
21 years of experience
Pontiac Montana V6-3.4L - Clean Throttle Body - Los Angeles, California
Glad to find a professional and quality mechanic who will also come to my place. What a great service, and person. I'm very happy.

Rigoberto

11 years of experience
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Rigoberto
11 years of experience
Pontiac Vibe L4-1.8L - Clean Throttle Body - Chicago, Illinois
Rigoberto was timely, personable and very knowledgeable. Diagnosed the problem quickly and was able to fix it onsite! What a relief. I am always nervous when it comes to cars and he put my mind at ease. Would highly recommend

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