{"id":70041,"date":"2025-11-17T07:56:28","date_gmt":"2025-11-17T15:56:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jerry.ai\/?post_type=car-repair&#038;p=70041"},"modified":"2025-12-12T01:49:37","modified_gmt":"2025-12-12T09:49:37","slug":"clean-throttle-body-replacement-cost","status":"publish","type":"car-repair","link":"https:\/\/jerry.ai\/car-repair\/estimates\/clean-throttle-body-replacement-cost\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Does a Clean Throttle Body Replacement Cost?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>That typically includes 0.5 &#8211; 0.8 hr of labor plus a small parts cost (cleaner and a new gasket). If heavy carbon buildup requires removing the throttle body for a deep clean and a throttle relearn, expect 0.8 &#8211; 1.2 hr labor plus 0.2 &#8211; 0.4 hr for adaptation \u2014 overall throttle body relearn cost in this scenario can climb to $200 &#8211; $350.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join other customers on the Jerry app to get insights into throttle body cleaning costs using real parts and labor data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/signup\/garageonlystart?service=garage&amp;flowType=repairShop\">Get a repair quote<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Real-customers-Jerry-helped\">Real customers Jerry helped<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While pricing can vary based on different factors like location, parts used, and exact vehicle, Jerry uses real customer experiences to show what drivers are paying right now. Here are some customer examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-show-load-more=\"false\" class=\"group wp-block-jerry-live-table\" data-wp-context=\"{&quot;data&quot;:[{&quot;date&quot;:&quot;12\\\/11\\\/25&quot;,&quot;customer&quot;:&quot;Ruth G.&quot;,&quot;car&quot;:&quot;2010 Mazda 3&quot;,&quot;cityAndState&quot;:&quot;Gainesville, FL&quot;,&quot;totalPartCost&quot;:&quot;$81.47&quot;,&quot;medianLaborMinutes&quot;:50,&quot;medianLaborCost&quot;:&quot;$102.50&quot;,&quot;totalCost&quot;:&quot;$183.98&quot;},{&quot;date&quot;:&quot;12\\\/11\\\/25&quot;,&quot;customer&quot;:&quot;Albert C.&quot;,&quot;car&quot;:&quot;2011 Honda Civic&quot;,&quot;cityAndState&quot;:&quot;Columbus, IN&quot;,&quot;totalPartCost&quot;:&quot;$109.25&quot;,&quot;medianLaborMinutes&quot;:50,&quot;medianLaborCost&quot;:&quot;$97.18&quot;,&quot;totalCost&quot;:&quot;$206.43&quot;},{&quot;date&quot;:&quot;12\\\/11\\\/25&quot;,&quot;customer&quot;:&quot;Minerva M.&quot;,&quot;car&quot;:&quot;2007 Ford Ranger&quot;,&quot;cityAndState&quot;:&quot;Casa Grande, AZ&quot;,&quot;totalPartCost&quot;:&quot;$102.00&quot;,&quot;medianLaborMinutes&quot;:40,&quot;medianLaborCost&quot;:&quot;$76.13&quot;,&quot;totalCost&quot;:&quot;$178.12&quot;},{&quot;date&quot;:&quot;12\\\/11\\\/25&quot;,&quot;customer&quot;:&quot;Eugene W.&quot;,&quot;car&quot;:&quot;2007 Audi Q7&quot;,&quot;cityAndState&quot;:&quot;Temple, TX&quot;,&quot;totalPartCost&quot;:&quot;$51.39&quot;,&quot;medianLaborMinutes&quot;:40,&quot;medianLaborCost&quot;:&quot;$74.99&quot;,&quot;totalCost&quot;:&quot;$126.38&quot;},{&quot;date&quot;:&quot;12\\\/11\\\/25&quot;,&quot;customer&quot;:&quot;Alta L.&quot;,&quot;car&quot;:&quot;2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer&quot;,&quot;cityAndState&quot;:&quot;Carnot-Moon, PA&quot;,&quot;totalPartCost&quot;:&quot;$84.24&quot;,&quot;medianLaborMinutes&quot;:50,&quot;medianLaborCost&quot;:&quot;$90.45&quot;,&quot;totalCost&quot;:&quot;$174.69&quot;},{&quot;date&quot;:&quot;12\\\/11\\\/25&quot;,&quot;customer&quot;:&quot;Inez W.&quot;,&quot;car&quot;:&quot;2004 Mitsubishi Outlander&quot;,&quot;cityAndState&quot;:&quot;Galesburg, IL&quot;,&quot;totalPartCost&quot;:&quot;$110.13&quot;,&quot;medianLaborMinutes&quot;:50,&quot;medianLaborCost&quot;:&quot;$90.50&quot;,&quot;totalCost&quot;:&quot;$200.62&quot;},{&quot;date&quot;:&quot;12\\\/11\\\/25&quot;,&quot;customer&quot;:&quot;Sarah W.&quot;,&quot;car&quot;:&quot;2009 Ford Explorer&quot;,&quot;cityAndState&quot;:&quot;Bay Shore, NY&quot;,&quot;totalPartCost&quot;:&quot;$110.05&quot;,&quot;medianLaborMinutes&quot;:50,&quot;medianLaborCost&quot;:&quot;$95.65&quot;,&quot;totalCost&quot;:&quot;$205.70&quot;}],&quot;isExpandable&quot;:false,&quot;isExpanded&quot;:true,&quot;limitForExpanding&quot;:null,&quot;searchText&quot;:null}\" data-wp-interactive=\"jerry\/live-table\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.onInit\" data-wp-bind--data-show-load-more=\"state.showLoadMore\">\n  \n  <div class=\"relative max-md:mx-full-bleed hidden md:block\">\n    <figure class=\"live-table-header wp-block-table sticky top-0 z-[2] !overflow-x-hidden bg-white md:static\">\n      <table>\n            <thead >\n      <tr>\n                  <th class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content\">\n  <div class=\"flex gap-2 items-center justify-start\">\n    Date  <\/div>\n<\/th>\n                  <th class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content\">\n  <div class=\"flex gap-2 items-center justify-start\">\n    Customer Name  <\/div>\n<\/th>\n                  <th class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content\">\n  <div class=\"flex gap-2 items-center justify-start\">\n    Car  <\/div>\n<\/th>\n                  <th class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content\">\n  <div class=\"flex gap-2 items-center justify-start\">\n    Location  <\/div>\n<\/th>\n                  <th class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content\">\n  <div class=\"flex gap-2 items-center justify-start\">\n    Part cost  <\/div>\n<\/th>\n                  <th class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content\">\n  <div class=\"flex gap-2 items-center justify-start\">\n    Labor time (min)  <\/div>\n<\/th>\n                  <th class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content\">\n  <div class=\"flex gap-2 items-center justify-start\">\n    Labor cost  <\/div>\n<\/th>\n                  <th class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content\">\n  <div class=\"flex gap-2 items-center justify-start\">\n    Total cost  <\/div>\n<\/th>\n              <\/tr>\n    <\/thead>\n          <\/table>\n    <\/figure>\n\n    <figure class=\"live-table-body wp-block-table overflow-auto group-data-[show-load-more=true]:pb-4\">\n      <table>\n            <thead class=\"pointer-events-none invisible select-none leading-[0]\">\n      <tr>\n                  <th class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content !h-0 !py-0\">\n  <div class=\"flex gap-2 items-center justify-start\">\n    Date  <\/div>\n<\/th>\n                  <th class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content !h-0 !py-0\">\n  <div class=\"flex gap-2 items-center justify-start\">\n    Customer Name  <\/div>\n<\/th>\n                  <th class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content !h-0 !py-0\">\n  <div class=\"flex gap-2 items-center justify-start\">\n    Car  <\/div>\n<\/th>\n                  <th class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content !h-0 !py-0\">\n  <div class=\"flex gap-2 items-center justify-start\">\n    Location  <\/div>\n<\/th>\n                  <th class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content !h-0 !py-0\">\n  <div class=\"flex gap-2 items-center justify-start\">\n    Part cost  <\/div>\n<\/th>\n                  <th class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content !h-0 !py-0\">\n  <div class=\"flex gap-2 items-center justify-start\">\n    Labor time (min)  <\/div>\n<\/th>\n                  <th class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content !h-0 !py-0\">\n  <div class=\"flex gap-2 items-center justify-start\">\n    Labor cost  <\/div>\n<\/th>\n                  <th class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content !h-0 !py-0\">\n  <div class=\"flex gap-2 items-center justify-start\">\n    Total cost  <\/div>\n<\/th>\n              <\/tr>\n    <\/thead>\n            <tbody>\n          <template data-wp-each=\"state.displayData\">\n            <tr>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.date\"><\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.customer\"><\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.car\"><\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.cityAndState\"><\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalPartCost\"><\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborMinutes\"><\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborCost\"><\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalCost\"><\/td>\n                          <\/tr>\n          <\/template>\n            <tr data-wp-each-child>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.date\">12\/11\/25<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.customer\">Ruth G.<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.car\">2010 Mazda 3<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.cityAndState\">Gainesville, FL<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalPartCost\">$81.47<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborMinutes\">50<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborCost\">$102.50<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalCost\">$183.98<\/td>\n                          <\/tr>\n          \n            <tr data-wp-each-child>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.date\">12\/11\/25<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.customer\">Albert C.<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.car\">2011 Honda Civic<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.cityAndState\">Columbus, IN<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalPartCost\">$109.25<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborMinutes\">50<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborCost\">$97.18<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalCost\">$206.43<\/td>\n                          <\/tr>\n          \n            <tr data-wp-each-child>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.date\">12\/11\/25<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.customer\">Minerva M.<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.car\">2007 Ford Ranger<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.cityAndState\">Casa Grande, AZ<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalPartCost\">$102.00<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborMinutes\">40<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborCost\">$76.13<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalCost\">$178.12<\/td>\n                          <\/tr>\n          \n            <tr data-wp-each-child>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.date\">12\/11\/25<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.customer\">Eugene W.<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.car\">2007 Audi Q7<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.cityAndState\">Temple, TX<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalPartCost\">$51.39<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborMinutes\">40<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborCost\">$74.99<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalCost\">$126.38<\/td>\n                          <\/tr>\n          \n            <tr data-wp-each-child>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.date\">12\/11\/25<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.customer\">Alta L.<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.car\">2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.cityAndState\">Carnot-Moon, PA<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalPartCost\">$84.24<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborMinutes\">50<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborCost\">$90.45<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalCost\">$174.69<\/td>\n                          <\/tr>\n          \n            <tr data-wp-each-child>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.date\">12\/11\/25<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.customer\">Inez W.<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.car\">2004 Mitsubishi Outlander<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.cityAndState\">Galesburg, IL<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalPartCost\">$110.13<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborMinutes\">50<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborCost\">$90.50<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalCost\">$200.62<\/td>\n                          <\/tr>\n          \n            <tr data-wp-each-child>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.date\">12\/11\/25<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.customer\">Sarah W.<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.car\">2009 Ford Explorer<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.cityAndState\">Bay Shore, NY<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalPartCost\">$110.05<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborMinutes\">50<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborCost\">$95.65<\/td>\n                              <td class=\"wp-block-table__cell-content has-text-align-left\" data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalCost\">$205.70<\/td>\n                          <\/tr>\n          \n        <\/tbody>\n      <\/table>\n    <\/figure>\n\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div\n      class=\"block md:hidden\"\n      data-wp-init=\"callbacks.onCardCarouselInit\"\n    >\n      <div class=\"live-table-card-carousel scrollbar-width-none mx-full-bleed flex snap-x snap-mandatory scroll-pl-6 overflow-x-scroll scroll-smooth px-6\">\n        <div class=\"mx-auto flex gap-3\">\n          <template data-wp-each=\"state.displayData\">\n            <div class=\"live-table-card overflow-hidden w-72 snap-start rounded-lg border\">\n  <!-- card title -->\n  \n  <!-- card content -->\n  <div class=\"relative grid grid-cols-2 font-circular text-sm [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+3)]:bg-zinc-50 [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+4)]:bg-zinc-50 before:bg-primary before:absolute before:h-[3px] before:w-full before:content-[&#039;_&#039;]\">\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Date<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.date\"><\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Customer Name<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.customer\"><\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Car<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.car\"><\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Location<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.cityAndState\"><\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Part cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalPartCost\"><\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Labor time (min)<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborMinutes\"><\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Labor cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborCost\"><\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Total cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalCost\"><\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n              <\/template>\n            <div data-wp-each-child class=\"live-table-card overflow-hidden w-72 snap-start rounded-lg border\">\n  <!-- card title -->\n  \n  <!-- card content -->\n  <div class=\"relative grid grid-cols-2 font-circular text-sm [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+3)]:bg-zinc-50 [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+4)]:bg-zinc-50 before:bg-primary before:absolute before:h-[3px] before:w-full before:content-[&#039;_&#039;]\">\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Date<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.date\">12\/11\/25<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Customer Name<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.customer\">Ruth G.<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Car<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.car\">2010 Mazda 3<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Location<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.cityAndState\">Gainesville, FL<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Part cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalPartCost\">$81.47<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Labor time (min)<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborMinutes\">50<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Labor cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborCost\">$102.50<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Total cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalCost\">$183.98<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n              \n            <div data-wp-each-child class=\"live-table-card overflow-hidden w-72 snap-start rounded-lg border\">\n  <!-- card title -->\n  \n  <!-- card content -->\n  <div class=\"relative grid grid-cols-2 font-circular text-sm [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+3)]:bg-zinc-50 [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+4)]:bg-zinc-50 before:bg-primary before:absolute before:h-[3px] before:w-full before:content-[&#039;_&#039;]\">\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Date<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.date\">12\/11\/25<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Customer Name<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.customer\">Albert C.<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Car<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.car\">2011 Honda Civic<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Location<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.cityAndState\">Columbus, IN<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Part cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalPartCost\">$109.25<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Labor time (min)<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborMinutes\">50<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Labor cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborCost\">$97.18<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Total cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalCost\">$206.43<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n              \n            <div data-wp-each-child class=\"live-table-card overflow-hidden w-72 snap-start rounded-lg border\">\n  <!-- card title -->\n  \n  <!-- card content -->\n  <div class=\"relative grid grid-cols-2 font-circular text-sm [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+3)]:bg-zinc-50 [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+4)]:bg-zinc-50 before:bg-primary before:absolute before:h-[3px] before:w-full before:content-[&#039;_&#039;]\">\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Date<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.date\">12\/11\/25<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Customer Name<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.customer\">Minerva M.<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Car<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.car\">2007 Ford Ranger<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Location<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.cityAndState\">Casa Grande, AZ<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Part cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalPartCost\">$102.00<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Labor time (min)<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborMinutes\">40<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Labor cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborCost\">$76.13<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Total cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalCost\">$178.12<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n              \n            <div data-wp-each-child class=\"live-table-card overflow-hidden w-72 snap-start rounded-lg border\">\n  <!-- card title -->\n  \n  <!-- card content -->\n  <div class=\"relative grid grid-cols-2 font-circular text-sm [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+3)]:bg-zinc-50 [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+4)]:bg-zinc-50 before:bg-primary before:absolute before:h-[3px] before:w-full before:content-[&#039;_&#039;]\">\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Date<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.date\">12\/11\/25<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Customer Name<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.customer\">Eugene W.<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Car<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.car\">2007 Audi Q7<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Location<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.cityAndState\">Temple, TX<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Part cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalPartCost\">$51.39<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Labor time (min)<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborMinutes\">40<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Labor cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborCost\">$74.99<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Total cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalCost\">$126.38<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n              \n            <div data-wp-each-child class=\"live-table-card overflow-hidden w-72 snap-start rounded-lg border\">\n  <!-- card title -->\n  \n  <!-- card content -->\n  <div class=\"relative grid grid-cols-2 font-circular text-sm [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+3)]:bg-zinc-50 [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+4)]:bg-zinc-50 before:bg-primary before:absolute before:h-[3px] before:w-full before:content-[&#039;_&#039;]\">\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Date<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.date\">12\/11\/25<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Customer Name<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.customer\">Alta L.<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Car<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.car\">2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Location<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.cityAndState\">Carnot-Moon, PA<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Part cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalPartCost\">$84.24<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Labor time (min)<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborMinutes\">50<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Labor cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborCost\">$90.45<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Total cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalCost\">$174.69<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n              \n            <div data-wp-each-child class=\"live-table-card overflow-hidden w-72 snap-start rounded-lg border\">\n  <!-- card title -->\n  \n  <!-- card content -->\n  <div class=\"relative grid grid-cols-2 font-circular text-sm [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+3)]:bg-zinc-50 [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+4)]:bg-zinc-50 before:bg-primary before:absolute before:h-[3px] before:w-full before:content-[&#039;_&#039;]\">\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Date<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.date\">12\/11\/25<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Customer Name<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.customer\">Inez W.<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Car<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.car\">2004 Mitsubishi Outlander<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Location<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.cityAndState\">Galesburg, IL<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Part cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalPartCost\">$110.13<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Labor time (min)<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborMinutes\">50<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Labor cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborCost\">$90.50<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Total cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalCost\">$200.62<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n              \n            <div data-wp-each-child class=\"live-table-card overflow-hidden w-72 snap-start rounded-lg border\">\n  <!-- card title -->\n  \n  <!-- card content -->\n  <div class=\"relative grid grid-cols-2 font-circular text-sm [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+3)]:bg-zinc-50 [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+4)]:bg-zinc-50 before:bg-primary before:absolute before:h-[3px] before:w-full before:content-[&#039;_&#039;]\">\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Date<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.date\">12\/11\/25<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Customer Name<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.customer\">Sarah W.<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Car<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.car\">2009 Ford Explorer<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Location<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.cityAndState\">Bay Shore, NY<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Part cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalPartCost\">$110.05<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Labor time (min)<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborMinutes\">50<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Labor cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.medianLaborCost\">$95.65<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n    <span>Total cost<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n    <span data-wp-text=\"context.item.totalCost\">$205.70<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n              \n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"live-table-card-carousel-indicator mt-3.5 flex flex-row items-center justify-center gap-1\">\n        <template data-wp-each=\"state.displayData\">\n          <span class=\"rounded-full size-2.5 bg-zinc-200 data-[active=true]:bg-slate-400\"><\/span>\n        <\/template>\n          <span data-wp-each-child class=\"rounded-full size-2.5 bg-zinc-200 data-[active=true]:bg-slate-400\"><\/span>\n        \n          <span data-wp-each-child class=\"rounded-full size-2.5 bg-zinc-200 data-[active=true]:bg-slate-400\"><\/span>\n        \n          <span data-wp-each-child class=\"rounded-full size-2.5 bg-zinc-200 data-[active=true]:bg-slate-400\"><\/span>\n        \n          <span data-wp-each-child class=\"rounded-full size-2.5 bg-zinc-200 data-[active=true]:bg-slate-400\"><\/span>\n        \n          <span data-wp-each-child class=\"rounded-full size-2.5 bg-zinc-200 data-[active=true]:bg-slate-400\"><\/span>\n        \n          <span data-wp-each-child class=\"rounded-full size-2.5 bg-zinc-200 data-[active=true]:bg-slate-400\"><\/span>\n        \n          <span data-wp-each-child class=\"rounded-full size-2.5 bg-zinc-200 data-[active=true]:bg-slate-400\"><\/span>\n        \n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  \n  \n      <div class=\"flex flex-row my-3 gap-2 items-center font-body text-slate-500\">\n      <span class=\"iconify i--refresh text-sm\"><\/span>\n      <span class=\"text-xs\">Last Updated Dec. 12, 2025<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Estimates are modeled based on real vehicle and location data; names have been changed. Actual prices will vary by shop, parts, and vehicle condition.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/signup\/garageonlystart?service=garage&amp;flowType=repairShop\">Get a repair quote<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"What-is-a-throttle-body\">What is a throttle body?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Think of the throttle body as your engine\u2019s air valve. It sits between the air intake and the intake manifold, controlling how much air enters the engine. Inside, a round throttle plate pivots open when you press the gas. Older cars use a cable; most modern vehicles use an electric motor (drive-by-wire). The housing contains idle-air passages and position sensors. Some units have coolant passages, and many bores are coated \u2014 use throttle-body-safe cleaner only. Oil vapors and exhaust residues deposit sticky carbon that narrows passages, so cleaning restores stable idle and crisp response.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Signs-you-need-a-throttle-body-cleaning\">Signs you need a throttle body cleaning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not every idle issue is a dirty throttle, but certain symptoms of a dirty throttle body that Jerry customers are seeing are classic. Watch for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rough or high idle \u2014 carbon along the plate edge reduces precise airflow at idle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stalling when stopping \u2014 sticky deposits can starve airflow as the plate closes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sticky accelerator feel \u2014 buildup makes pedal movement jerky.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Idle surge or hunting \u2014 the computer chases airflow targets but overshoots due to restriction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Poor fuel economy \u2014 restricted idle airflow can enrich the mixture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check Engine Light with idle\/throttle codes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High idle after a battery disconnect \u2014 dirty throttle plus cleared adaptations often requires cleaning and relearning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you see these symptoms, a targeted cleaning is the logical first step before pricier parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Cost-breakdown\">Cost breakdown: Why the price varies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A few key variables are swinging Jerry customers\u2019 throttle body service price up or down. Here\u2019s how each factor influences your final bill:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2a24861a wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"border-radius:1.5rem;background-color:#f5f5f5\"><strong>Vehicle design and access:<\/strong> <br>Some vehicles let you open the intake tube and clean the throttle body in place. Others require removing engine covers, air ducts or even the upper intake plenum. Easier access means 0.5 &#8211; 0.8 hr; tougher jobs run 1.0 &#8211; 1.5 hr.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"border-radius:1.5rem;background-color:#f5f5f5\"><strong>Labor rate by shop type:<\/strong> <br>Independent shops often charge $90 &#8211; $140\/hr while dealerships commonly charge $140 &#8211; $200\/hr. Since the service is straightforward, labor rates drive much of the cost spread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"border-radius:1.5rem;background-color:#f5f5f5\"><strong>On-car vs. off-car cleaning:<\/strong> <br>Wiping the plate and bore in place is cheapest. Removing the unit for a bench clean (best for thick, tar-like deposits) adds time, plus a new gasket ($5 to $20). Use a cleaner safe for coated bores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"border-radius:1.5rem;background-color:#f5f5f5\"><strong>Throttle adaptation\/relearn:<\/strong> <br>Drive-by-wire systems may need a scantool relearn after cleaning \u2014 typically +0.2 to 0.4 hr. Skipping this can cause high idle or surging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"border-radius:1.5rem;background-color:#f5f5f5\"><strong>Diagnostic time:<\/strong> <br>If a Check Engine Light (e.g., P0507, P2111) triggered the visit, your tech may add 0.3 to 0.5 hr to confirm it\u2019s not a vacuum leak, bad mass air flow sensor or failing throttle. Quick checks include a smoke test for leaks, comparing \u201cdesired vs. actual\u201d throttle angle, and checking fuel trims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"border-radius:1.5rem;background-color:#f5f5f5\"><strong>Add-on services:<\/strong> <br>Some shops bundle \u201cintake\/fuel induction\u201d services. These can help on high-mileage engines but aren\u2019t always necessary. Expect $30 &#8211; $150 extra if you authorize them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"border-radius:1.5rem;background-color:#f5f5f5\"><strong>Regional market:<\/strong> <br>Big metro areas and high cost-of-living regions raise labor rates; rural areas may be cheaper.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jerry-highlight-point-paragraph flex flex-row items-center gap-2.5 rounded-lg p-6 is-style-max-md-rounded-none has-gray-pink-background-color has-background\"><span class=\"iconify i--shield-check text-primary rotate-0 text-base mt-0.5 shrink-0 self-start\"><\/span><div class=\"jerry-block-content grow text-sm\">\n<p><strong>The bottom line:<\/strong> The cost to clean a throttle body on accessible engines can be under $120; deeper cleaning with adaptation and a new gasket at a high-rate shop can approach $300+. Quotes above $350 without plenum removal, coolant handling or diagnostics deserve a second look.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Your-action-plan\">Your action plan: How to save money<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2c8b69a3 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"border-radius:1.5rem;background-color:#f5f5f5\"><strong>Confirm the symptom fits:<\/strong> Throttle issues often show as rough\/unstable idle, poor gas pedal response, stalling when stopping or a high idle. Inspect the intake boot for cracks near the MAF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"border-radius:1.5rem;background-color:#f5f5f5\"><strong>Ask for a line-item quote:<\/strong> Separate labor time for cleaning, parts (gasket), adaptation\/relearn and diagnostic time. This keeps upsells in check.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"border-radius:1.5rem;background-color:#f5f5f5\"><strong>Consider timing:<\/strong> Pair the cleaning with an air filter replacement \u2014 dirty filters feed the problem. Bundling can save a bit of labor overlap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"border-radius:1.5rem;background-color:#f5f5f5\"><strong>Decline blanket \u201cintake decarb packages\u201d<\/strong> unless your tech shows why you need them (leak test results, dirty trims at idle or heavy deposit photos).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"border-radius:1.5rem;background-color:#f5f5f5\"><strong>Request adaptation if required:<\/strong> On many drive-by-wire cars, a relearn is the difference between a smooth idle and a comeback.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"border-radius:1.5rem;background-color:#f5f5f5\"><strong>Fix root causes:<\/strong> If crankcase fumes (PCV issues) or vacuum leaks are dirtying the throttle quickly, cleaning alone won\u2019t last. Ask for a smoke test if idle issues persist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"border-radius:1.5rem;background-color:#f5f5f5\"><strong>After service, validate:<\/strong> Idle should be stable (often about 650 to 750 rpm) with no surging. If idle isn&#8217;t stable, a relearn may be required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"border-radius:1.5rem;background-color:#f5f5f5\"><strong>Ask about TSBs\/updates:<\/strong> Some idle\/throttle concerns are fixed with PCM software.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Download the Jerry app to boost your repair confidence with local quotes and specialized insights into your situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/signup\/garageonlystart?service=garage&amp;flowType=repairShop\">Get a repair quote<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"DIY-vs.-Pro\">DIY vs. Pro: Can I do this myself?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re handy and your vehicle allows easy access, DIY throttle body cleaning is approachable. Jerry offers customers insights into labor and parts rates for a clear comparison.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table hidden md:block\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Factor<\/th><th>DIY Throttle Clean<\/th><th>Professional Service<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Skill level<\/strong><\/td><td>Basic to moderate; careful on drive-by-wire<\/td><td>Basic Technical skill<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Tools<\/strong><\/td><td>Screwdrivers, sockets, cleaner, rags, gasket<\/td><td>Shop tools + scan tool for adaptation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Time<\/strong><\/td><td>30\u201390 min (on-car); 1\u20132 hr (off-car)<\/td><td>30\u201390 min typical<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$10\u2013$40 (cleaner, gasket)<\/td><td>$90\u2013$225 typical<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Risks<\/strong><\/td><td>Damaging coating\/sensors, forcing plate, leaks if gasket reused<\/td><td>Upsells, higher labor rate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Results<\/strong><\/td><td>Good for light\/moderate deposits; relearn may be tricky<\/td><td>Consistent results; adaptation + inspection<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n  <div class=\"flex flex-col gap-3 md:hidden\">\n          <div class=\"core-table-card overflow-hidden\"><!-- card title -->\n      <div class=\"line-clamp-1 px-3 py-3.5 font-circular text-base font-bold text-black\">\n      <strong>Skill level<\/strong>    <\/div>\n  \n  <!-- card content -->\n  <div class=\"relative grid grid-cols-2 font-circular text-sm [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+3)]:bg-zinc-50 [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+4)]:bg-zinc-50 before:bg-primary before:absolute before:h-[3px] before:w-full before:content-[&#039;_&#039;]\">\n                      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n        DIY Throttle Clean      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n        Basic to moderate; careful on drive-by-wire      <\/div>\n                <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n        Professional Service      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n        Basic Technical skill      <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n              <div class=\"core-table-card overflow-hidden\"><!-- card title -->\n      <div class=\"line-clamp-1 px-3 py-3.5 font-circular text-base font-bold text-black\">\n      <strong>Tools<\/strong>    <\/div>\n  \n  <!-- card content -->\n  <div class=\"relative grid grid-cols-2 font-circular text-sm [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+3)]:bg-zinc-50 [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+4)]:bg-zinc-50 before:bg-primary before:absolute before:h-[3px] before:w-full before:content-[&#039;_&#039;]\">\n                      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n        DIY Throttle Clean      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n        Screwdrivers, sockets, cleaner, rags, gasket      <\/div>\n                <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n        Professional Service      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n        Shop tools + scan tool for adaptation      <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n              <div class=\"core-table-card overflow-hidden\"><!-- card title -->\n      <div class=\"line-clamp-1 px-3 py-3.5 font-circular text-base font-bold text-black\">\n      <strong>Time<\/strong>    <\/div>\n  \n  <!-- card content -->\n  <div class=\"relative grid grid-cols-2 font-circular text-sm [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+3)]:bg-zinc-50 [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+4)]:bg-zinc-50 before:bg-primary before:absolute before:h-[3px] before:w-full before:content-[&#039;_&#039;]\">\n                      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n        DIY Throttle Clean      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n        30\u201390 min (on-car); 1\u20132 hr (off-car)      <\/div>\n                <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n        Professional Service      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n        30\u201390 min typical      <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n              <div class=\"core-table-card overflow-hidden\"><!-- card title -->\n      <div class=\"line-clamp-1 px-3 py-3.5 font-circular text-base font-bold text-black\">\n      <strong>Cost<\/strong>    <\/div>\n  \n  <!-- card content -->\n  <div class=\"relative grid grid-cols-2 font-circular text-sm [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+3)]:bg-zinc-50 [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+4)]:bg-zinc-50 before:bg-primary before:absolute before:h-[3px] before:w-full before:content-[&#039;_&#039;]\">\n                      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n        DIY Throttle Clean      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n        $10\u2013$40 (cleaner, gasket)      <\/div>\n                <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n        Professional Service      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n        $90\u2013$225 typical      <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n              <div class=\"core-table-card overflow-hidden\"><!-- card title -->\n      <div class=\"line-clamp-1 px-3 py-3.5 font-circular text-base font-bold text-black\">\n      <strong>Risks<\/strong>    <\/div>\n  \n  <!-- card content -->\n  <div class=\"relative grid grid-cols-2 font-circular text-sm [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+3)]:bg-zinc-50 [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+4)]:bg-zinc-50 before:bg-primary before:absolute before:h-[3px] before:w-full before:content-[&#039;_&#039;]\">\n                      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n        DIY Throttle Clean      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n        Damaging coating\/sensors, forcing plate, leaks if gasket reused      <\/div>\n                <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n        Professional Service      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n        Upsells, higher labor rate      <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n              <div class=\"core-table-card overflow-hidden\"><!-- card title -->\n      <div class=\"line-clamp-1 px-3 py-3.5 font-circular text-base font-bold text-black\">\n      <strong>Results<\/strong>    <\/div>\n  \n  <!-- card content -->\n  <div class=\"relative grid grid-cols-2 font-circular text-sm [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+3)]:bg-zinc-50 [&amp;&gt;*:nth-child(4n+4)]:bg-zinc-50 before:bg-primary before:absolute before:h-[3px] before:w-full before:content-[&#039;_&#039;]\">\n                      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n        DIY Throttle Clean      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n        Good for light\/moderate deposits; relearn may be tricky      <\/div>\n                <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-600\">\n        Professional Service      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"flex items-center px-3 py-3.5 text-gray-900\">\n        Consistent results; adaptation + inspection      <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n          <\/div>\n  \n\n\n<div class=\"flex flex-col overflow-hidden rounded-lg wp-block-jerry-agent-insights\">\n  <div class=\"flex h-7 w-full items-center justify-center bg-primary font-circular text-xs font-medium text-white\">\n    STEVE&#039;S CORNER  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"flex flex-col rounded-b-lg border border-t-0 px-6 py-7\">\n    <span class=\"i--quote-2 iconify text-2xl text-primary\"><\/span>\n\n    <div class=\"mt-2 font-circular text-base text-slate-900\">\n      Another step you may wish to consider with the throttle body service is a fuel injector cleaning. Specific equipment is connected to the car\u2019s fuel system by way of the injection fuel pressure test port, and cleaning fluid is injected directly into the fuel rail and injectors. This procedure deep cleans the fuel injectors and may remove deposits from the back of the intake valves on non-direct injection fuel systems. Use only fluid approved for this procedure. Pro shops should have the equipment for this procedure, or, if you\u2019re DIY oriented, kits are available online for less than $100. Follow the instructions that come with the kit.    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"mt-4 flex flex-row\">\n      <div class=\"mr-4\">\n        <figure class=\"size-10 overflow-hidden rounded-full border-2 bg-white\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\"\n            class=\"size-full aspect-square object-contain\"\n            src=\"https:\/\/jerry.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/steve-kaleff-headshot-e1761668089171-150x150.png\"\n            alt=\"Steve Kaleff\"\n          fetchpriority=\"low\" loading=\"lazy\"\/>\n        <\/figure>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"flex flex-col\">\n        <div class=\"font-circular text-base font-bold text-slate-900\">\n          Steve Kaleff        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"mt-0.5 font-circular text-sm text-gray-500\">\n          Auto Mechanic and Contributing Author        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Related-repairs\">Related repairs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If a cleaning doesn\u2019t resolve the issue \u2014 or the throttle body is damaged \u2014 your technician may recommend related work. Here are the related repairs Jerry customers are bundling:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Throttle body replacement:<\/strong> $300 &#8211; $1,000+ for parts and labor, depending on motor\/sensor integration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Throttle body gasket:<\/strong> $5 &#8211; $20, usually replaced whenever the throttle is removed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>MAF sensor cleaning or replacement:<\/strong> Cleaning is &lt;$30 DIY; replacement runs $120 &#8211; $400.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Intake boot or vacuum hose replacement:<\/strong> $50 to $200 for cracked\/leaking hoses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PCV valve\/hoses:<\/strong> $50 &#8211; $250. Excess crankcase vapors accelerate throttle deposits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>EGR\/intake cleaning:<\/strong> $150 &#8211; $400 if heavy carbon extends beyond the throttle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ECU throttle relearn:<\/strong> 0.2 &#8211; 0.4 hr labor; essential for stable idle after cleaning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PCM\/ECU software update:<\/strong> 0.3 &#8211; 0.6 hr labor; check TSBs for idle\/throttle fixes before replacing parts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When DIY makes sense:<\/strong> Easy access, clear idle symptoms and comfort with basic tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When pro service makes sense:<\/strong> Drive-by-wire relearn needed, heavy deposits, and warranty coverage or time constraints.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jerry-highlight-point-paragraph flex flex-row items-center gap-2.5 rounded-lg p-6 is-style-max-md-rounded-none has-gray-pink-background-color has-background\"><span class=\"iconify i--shield-check text-primary rotate-0 text-base mt-0.5 shrink-0 self-start\"><\/span><div class=\"jerry-block-content grow text-sm\">\n<p><strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> If you DIY, use throttle-body-safe cleaner (not carb cleaner on coated plates), don\u2019t pry the plate open on drive-by-wire units and replace the gasket if you remove the housing. Work cold, ventilate well and mind coolant lines on some throttles. Typical bolt torque is modest (7\u201310 Nm) \u2014 snug, not over-tight.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"!mbs-12 !mbe-12 wp-block-jerry-faqs\">\n  <!-- Title -->\n    <h2 class=\"medium-title text-black mb-1.5 pt-12 uppercase\">\n    What our customers are asking  <\/h2>\n  \n  <!-- Accordion -->\n  \n<div class=\"max-w-screen-lg my-6 [&amp;_li:last-child]:border-b-0\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-jerry-accordion\">\n<li class=\"font-circular flex cursor-pointer list-none flex-col items-start gap-1 border-b border-zinc-200 py-6 text-lg text-slate-500 md:flex-row md:gap-5 wp-block-jerry-accordion-item\" data-wp-interactive=\"accordion-item\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.onInit\">\n  <!-- Accessory -->\n  \n  <div class=\"flex flex-1 flex-col text-gray-600\">\n    <div class=\"flex flex-row items-start justify-between gap-4\">\n      <!-- Title -->\n      <span class=\"accordion-q align-middle text-black font-medium\">\n        How often should I clean my throttle body?      <\/span>\n\n      <!-- Icon -->\n      <span class=\"accordion-i text-black font-medium mr-4 mt-1 shrink-0 align-middle transition iconify i--chevron-down\"><\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- Content -->\n    \n<div class=\"jerry-block-content accordion-a mt-5 hidden\">\n<p>Every 50,000\u2013100,000 miles, unless symptoms appear sooner.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-circular flex cursor-pointer list-none flex-col items-start gap-1 border-b border-zinc-200 py-6 text-lg text-slate-500 md:flex-row md:gap-5 wp-block-jerry-accordion-item\" data-wp-interactive=\"accordion-item\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.onInit\">\n  <!-- Accessory -->\n  \n  <div class=\"flex flex-1 flex-col text-gray-600\">\n    <div class=\"flex flex-row items-start justify-between gap-4\">\n      <!-- Title -->\n      <span class=\"accordion-q align-middle text-black font-medium\">\n        Will cleaning damage my throttle body?      <\/span>\n\n      <!-- Icon -->\n      <span class=\"accordion-i text-black font-medium mr-4 mt-1 shrink-0 align-middle transition iconify i--chevron-down\"><\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- Content -->\n    \n<div class=\"jerry-block-content accordion-a mt-5 hidden\">\n<p>Done correctly, no \u2013 but it can if the wrong cleaners are used. Use throttle-body-safe cleaner, soft cloths, and be gentle with the plate.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-circular flex cursor-pointer list-none flex-col items-start gap-1 border-b border-zinc-200 py-6 text-lg text-slate-500 md:flex-row md:gap-5 wp-block-jerry-accordion-item\" data-wp-interactive=\"accordion-item\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.onInit\">\n  <!-- Accessory -->\n  \n  <div class=\"flex flex-1 flex-col text-gray-600\">\n    <div class=\"flex flex-row items-start justify-between gap-4\">\n      <!-- Title -->\n      <span class=\"accordion-q align-middle text-black font-medium\">\n        Do I need a throttle relearn after cleaning?      <\/span>\n\n      <!-- Icon -->\n      <span class=\"accordion-i text-black font-medium mr-4 mt-1 shrink-0 align-middle transition iconify i--chevron-down\"><\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- Content -->\n    \n<div class=\"jerry-block-content accordion-a mt-5 hidden\">\n<p>Many modern cars benefit from it. Some adapt on their own after a few drives; others require a scan tool. If your idle hunts after cleaning, request a relearn \u2014 especially on cars made by Nissan\/Infiniti, VW\/Audi or GM.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-circular flex cursor-pointer list-none flex-col items-start gap-1 border-b border-zinc-200 py-6 text-lg text-slate-500 md:flex-row md:gap-5 wp-block-jerry-accordion-item\" data-wp-interactive=\"accordion-item\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.onInit\">\n  <!-- Accessory -->\n  \n  <div class=\"flex flex-1 flex-col text-gray-600\">\n    <div class=\"flex flex-row items-start justify-between gap-4\">\n      <!-- Title -->\n      <span class=\"accordion-q align-middle text-black font-medium\">\n        Can this fix a Check Engine Light?      <\/span>\n\n      <!-- Icon -->\n      <span class=\"accordion-i text-black font-medium mr-4 mt-1 shrink-0 align-middle transition iconify i--chevron-down\"><\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- Content -->\n    \n<div class=\"jerry-block-content accordion-a mt-5 hidden\">\n<p>Yes, if caused by sticky deposits or idle airflow codes (P0507). It won\u2019t fix actuator\/sensor failures.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-circular flex cursor-pointer list-none flex-col items-start gap-1 border-b border-zinc-200 py-6 text-lg text-slate-500 md:flex-row md:gap-5 wp-block-jerry-accordion-item\" data-wp-interactive=\"accordion-item\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.onInit\">\n  <!-- Accessory -->\n  \n  <div class=\"flex flex-1 flex-col text-gray-600\">\n    <div class=\"flex flex-row items-start justify-between gap-4\">\n      <!-- Title -->\n      <span class=\"accordion-q align-middle text-black font-medium\">\n        What cleaner should I use?      <\/span>\n\n      <!-- Icon -->\n      <span class=\"accordion-i text-black font-medium mr-4 mt-1 shrink-0 align-middle transition iconify i--chevron-down\"><\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- Content -->\n    \n<div class=\"jerry-block-content accordion-a mt-5 hidden\">\n<p>Only throttle body cleaner \u2014 carb cleaner may be too harsh for coatings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-circular flex cursor-pointer list-none flex-col items-start gap-1 border-b border-zinc-200 py-6 text-lg text-slate-500 md:flex-row md:gap-5 wp-block-jerry-accordion-item\" data-wp-interactive=\"accordion-item\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.onInit\">\n  <!-- Accessory -->\n  \n  <div class=\"flex flex-1 flex-col text-gray-600\">\n    <div class=\"flex flex-row items-start justify-between gap-4\">\n      <!-- Title -->\n      <span class=\"accordion-q align-middle text-black font-medium\">\n        Could it be something else?      <\/span>\n\n      <!-- Icon -->\n      <span class=\"accordion-i text-black font-medium mr-4 mt-1 shrink-0 align-middle transition iconify i--chevron-down\"><\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- Content -->\n    \n<div class=\"jerry-block-content accordion-a mt-5 hidden\">\n<p>Yes. 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