Q: how do you relearn a new throttle body

asked by on February 09, 2018

how do you relearn a new throttle body

My car has 236000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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Throttle body alignment (calibration of the position of the throttle plate) on your vehicle requires an automotive scan tool to access the electrical controls for the throttle and the automatic calibration routine. To get an idea of what is involved you can review this page. If you want this procedure performed by a certified Mechanic, dispatched by YourMechanic right to your location, please request throttle body installation/calibration. If you have further questions or concerns, do not hesitate to re-contact YourMechanic as we are always here to help you.

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