If in doubt; clean your throttle body!

FocusZtec · 10-06-2007, 08:00

Hi guys,

Just a quick post to say that, if, like me, you have been wondering if this is worth doing - DO IT!

With the help and advice of a good friend with vagcom; last night we gave my throttle body a good clean out and recalibrated it using vagcom (my battery has been disconnected a couple of times recently). The whole job took less than 30 mins and the difference in smoothness and sharpness to the pedal action is very noticeable. (even though it is dbw)

Lee

**VRStu** · 10-06-2007, 10:48

It certainly is something well worth doing, a lot of people scoff and turn their nose up when mentioned though.

VRSPhil · 10-06-2007, 11:12

I did mine earlier in the year, it cured my rough idle

I was surprised when the dealer told me he had not had to order a gasket in for nearly two years previously

SURELY they must use them daily in a Skoda dealer?

He looked at me like I had just pi55ed on his kids when I asked for one

FocusZtec · 10-06-2007, 11:17

Quote:

Originally Posted by VRStu

It certainly is something well worth doing, a lot of people scoff and turn their nose up when mentioned though.

Being honest I think I was one of them hence my post really. Very surprising result. (...maybe I should cancel the vrs order now?!)

Lee

Liverpool-Lad · 10-06-2007, 11:22

Is there any way to keep the throttle body on and clean it by opening the throttle flap rather than disassembling it? I have no issues, but hey, it can never be too clean, right?

VRSPhil · 10-06-2007, 11:43

I wouldn't leave it on - you risk getting dirt into the inlet manifold which wouldn't be fun. It's only 4 6mm allen-bolts and a couple of clips to remove anyway. Gasket is about £2 IIRC.

funkymonkey · 10-06-2007, 19:06

how did you go about cleaning it and what did you use

FocusZtec · 10-06-2007, 19:42

One pipe off, four allen bolts out to access it. Cloth and carb cleaner on the inside - holding the butterfly open to get in as far as possible from each side. Re install and then a re calibration with vagcom. Job done.

Lee

Liverpool-Lad · 10-06-2007, 21:49

I dont have VAGCOM, thats the problem

I think Ill leave it, dont want to throw a spanner in the works.

Basil · 11-06-2007, 07:25

whats the recalibration procedure mate?

will do this after summer is past (no fun working outside in 45 deg and nearly 100% humidity......)

Cheers
Bas

mluton · 11-06-2007, 09:29

Throttle Body Alignment
Turn the key on but do not start the car.

01 - Engine]
[Measuring Blocks - 08]
Group 060 (may be Group 098 on cable-throttle cars)
[Go!]
[Switch to basic settings]

Once you do this you will see the top right display say ADP RUN. The TB adaptation is being done as soon as you switch to basic settings. You will see the values change and hear the TB cycle for the first few seconds then it will stop. Leave it in Basic Settings for about 30 seconds, then press the [Switch to measuring blocks] button and you're all set.

Be sure not to touch the accelerator and make sure the engine is NOT running when you do this!

Dr. Octavia · 15-06-2007, 11:08

I really think this will solve your 17705 issue. It did on mine. Well worth doing, it's actually surprisingly easy to do.

10-06-2007, 08:00	#1
FocusZtec Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: North London Posts: 821 Members Car: Octy 4x4 1.8T Elegance Hatch Thanks: 29 Thanked 27 Times in 24 Posts	If in doubt; clean your throttle body! Hi guys, Just a quick post to say that, if, like me, you have been wondering if this is worth doing - DO IT! With the help and advice of a good friend with vagcom; last night we gave my throttle body a good clean out and recalibrated it using vagcom (my battery has been disconnected a couple of times recently). The whole job took less than 30 mins and the difference in smoothness and sharpness to the pedal action is very noticeable. (even though it is dbw) Lee __________________ Thanks to JKM: REVO STAGE 2+ remap, Evoms CAI, Piper Turbo back Exhaust, Autotech Fuel Pump, Torque Arm Insert, Forge Recirc, Neuspeed Turbo & Intercooler pipes, APR FMIC, Iridium plugs, Koni FSD's, Eibach springs, Eibach F + R anti roll bars. VF short shifter. 345mm Brakes. 280BHP & 330LB/FT - enough room for a proper trip to B&Q and 36mpg on a run!!! Last edited by FocusZtec; 10-06-2007 at 08:06.

10-06-2007, 10:48	#2
VRStu Txt Spk Police Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,856 Members Car: Audi S3 Thanks: 145 Thanked 999 Times in 895 Posts	Re: If in doubt; clean your throttle body! It certainly is something well worth doing, a lot of people scoff and turn their nose up when mentioned though. __________________ Stu Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

10-06-2007, 11:12	#3
VRSPhil Briskodian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Cleveland Posts: 2,318 Members Car: Passat Sport TDi Thanks: 206 Thanked 204 Times in 148 Posts	Re: If in doubt; clean your throttle body! I did mine earlier in the year, it cured my rough idle I was surprised when the dealer told me he had not had to order a gasket in for nearly two years previously SURELY they must use them daily in a Skoda dealer? He looked at me like I had just pi55ed on his kids when I asked for one __________________ '54 Passat PD130 Sport... 55mpg Octavia vRS WRC - Gone but not forgotten!

10-06-2007, 11:22	#5
Liverpool-Lad Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Liverpool Posts: 1,642 Members Car: Octavia vRS Thanks: 12 Thanked 47 Times in 47 Posts	Re: If in doubt; clean your throttle body! Is there any way to keep the throttle body on and clean it by opening the throttle flap rather than disassembling it? I have no issues, but hey, it can never be too clean, right? __________________ 2001 Rally Red Octavia vRS...remap complete Whiteline rear ARB, Superpro dogbone bush - 225/45/17 Goodyear Eagle F1 Aysmmetrics and lots of V-Power! Smiles all 'round

10-06-2007, 11:43	#6
VRSPhil Briskodian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Cleveland Posts: 2,318 Members Car: Passat Sport TDi Thanks: 206 Thanked 204 Times in 148 Posts	Re: If in doubt; clean your throttle body! I wouldn't leave it on - you risk getting dirt into the inlet manifold which wouldn't be fun. It's only 4 6mm allen-bolts and a couple of clips to remove anyway. Gasket is about £2 IIRC. __________________ '54 Passat PD130 Sport... 55mpg Octavia vRS WRC - Gone but not forgotten!

10-06-2007, 19:06	#7
funkymonkey Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 264 Members Car: octy vrs blk Thanks: 6 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: If in doubt; clean your throttle body! how did you go about cleaning it and what did you use __________________ drive it like you stole it

10-06-2007, 19:42	#8
FocusZtec Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: North London Posts: 821 Members Car: Octy 4x4 1.8T Elegance Hatch Thanks: 29 Thanked 27 Times in 24 Posts	Re: If in doubt; clean your throttle body! One pipe off, four allen bolts out to access it. Cloth and carb cleaner on the inside - holding the butterfly open to get in as far as possible from each side. Re install and then a re calibration with vagcom. Job done. Lee __________________ Thanks to JKM: REVO STAGE 2+ remap, Evoms CAI, Piper Turbo back Exhaust, Autotech Fuel Pump, Torque Arm Insert, Forge Recirc, Neuspeed Turbo & Intercooler pipes, APR FMIC, Iridium plugs, Koni FSD's, Eibach springs, Eibach F + R anti roll bars. VF short shifter. 345mm Brakes. 280BHP & 330LB/FT - enough room for a proper trip to B&Q and 36mpg on a run!!!

10-06-2007, 21:49	#9
Liverpool-Lad Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Liverpool Posts: 1,642 Members Car: Octavia vRS Thanks: 12 Thanked 47 Times in 47 Posts	Re: If in doubt; clean your throttle body! I dont have VAGCOM, thats the problem I think Ill leave it, dont want to throw a spanner in the works. __________________ 2001 Rally Red Octavia vRS...remap complete Whiteline rear ARB, Superpro dogbone bush - 225/45/17 Goodyear Eagle F1 Aysmmetrics and lots of V-Power! Smiles all 'round

11-06-2007, 07:25	#10
Basil Hardcore Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Bahrain Posts: 3,257 Members Car: Fabia vRS Thanks: 200 Thanked 194 Times in 151 Posts	Re: If in doubt; clean your throttle body! whats the recalibration procedure mate? will do this after summer is past (no fun working outside in 45 deg and nearly 100% humidity......) Cheers Bas __________________ Fab vRS - Black Magic - PD160 intake - Forge FMIC - colour coded front grille -SLC Splitter - K&N Airfilter -SEAT Strutbrace - Jabba ARB - IC Waterspray (need to wire it in!) - 312mm TT brakes - Eibach Springs - Skoda Reversing sensors - Devonutopia Tuning (tm) Custom Exhaust (2 1/4" straight pipe) - Short shifter mod- 5 brake light mod - Helix Steel SMF + Organic Clutch + pressure plate - Peloquin LSD - TD stage 2 Hybrid - Washbrook remapped ECU - Uprated injectors - Cupra bushes -Poly-filled dogbone - Allard racepipe - Pirelli Dragons - Forge Rear Strutbrace - DIY SS upper boostpipe delete -Koni FSD's - elephant pipe CCV mod

11-06-2007, 09:29	#11
mluton Briskodian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: South Birmingham Posts: 6,402 Members Car: Red Octavia vRS 1.8T (20v) Thanks: 46 Thanked 227 Times in 202 Posts	Re: If in doubt; clean your throttle body! Throttle Body Alignment Turn the key on but do not start the car. 01 - Engine] [Measuring Blocks - 08] Group 060 (may be Group 098 on cable-throttle cars) [Go!] [Switch to basic settings] Once you do this you will see the top right display say ADP RUN. The TB adaptation is being done as soon as you switch to basic settings. You will see the values change and hear the TB cycle for the first few seconds then it will stop. Leave it in Basic Settings for about 30 seconds, then press the [Switch to measuring blocks] button and you're all set. Be sure not to touch the accelerator and make sure the engine is NOT running when you do this! __________________ Support Briskoda----------------------> Red Skoda Octavia V//RS Mods to date: Carbonio CAI Forge 007 DV Aero Wipers Briskoda Stickers KVW100 GB Wheel Inserts RS Tuning Remap Delocked Piper Cat Back Kenwood KDC-W6541U Fli Twin 12" Active Sub Parrot CK3100 *------------------------------------------------*

15-06-2007, 11:08	#12
Dr. Octavia Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Dublin Posts: 212 Members Car: Octavia 1.8t 4x4 Thanks: 1 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: If in doubt; clean your throttle body! I really think this will solve your 17705 issue. It did on mine. Well worth doing, it's actually surprisingly easy to do.

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