I searched for this video and I am amazed at your clear teaching, which makes me express my gratitude to you, other than that I am speechless to your attentiveness and professional sharing. I think if someone asks me again, the only thing I can do is not to spare to share this experience.
great instructive video, i did my throttle body and MAF sensor at the same time earlier today. super easy job especially with your excellent demonstration. thanks Angie.
Thank you so much for this video and the other one regarding the mass air flow sensor! I did both at the same time on my 2006 Prius. My car is purring now instead of choking and sputtering whenever I accelerate. I would recommend using a cloth instead of a shop towel on a chopstick instead of a screwdriver. The screws on the throttle shredded the shop towel, and I had to vacuum out the pieces. Also, I was afraid that a screwdriver would do some damage. Good trick tho! I saw another video where a guy took the throttle body out of the car to clean it. Way too much work! At first the music was loud and distracting, but as I watched your video several times until I had the steps down in my head, it became the perfect accompaniment! Something interesting worth adding is that before I cleaned my throttle body and mass air flow sensor, I had the red triangle of battery death and check engine dash lights on, and the red car with an exclamation point on it on my display, indicating that my battery needed to be replaced. Also, my battery was behaving like it needed to be replaced. When I started the car in the mornings, would drop down to one purple bar after about a minute, and take about 5 minutes of driving before 3 blue bars would appear. My mileage had dropped down to 38 MPG, when it usually hovers around 45. I was convinced my newly replaced battery (9 months ago) was a dud. All I did was follow your two videos, and after driving for about 20 minutes, the triangle went out, the check engine light turned off, and the red car with an exclamation point went away, and my battery is holding its charge overnight. WTH? Scary how a little dirt can make your battery appear to fail! I wonder how many people swap out their perfectly good batteries over this? I wonder how many unscrupulous mechanics know this trick! I wonder if my original battery I replaced 9 months ago was actually ok...
Thank you for your comment I had the exact same experience until I clean air sensor and I had to delete with instrument reader some codes and it started again to work
Thanks for posting this. I was able to clean the throttle body with no trouble. Your video helped a lot. My MAF sensor was dirty so I cleaned that as well. Made the car run a bit smoother. 👍
Perfect - very useful. You make it look easy - that is very encouraging. As for the music, sounds good to me. This is the second time for me to watch. I subscribed the first time I saw this. I just picked up my 2008 Prius today here in Tokyo. I paid for it a month ago, but the process to check that I have a garage and so on took all this time! Thank you for making these videos.
Good to know. Any other tips? I am about to change plugs, clean PVC valve, clean throttle body and maf. I have a slight miss when in drive and car not moving. I have had an 08 prius for a few weeks. The engine runs more often then I thought it would. Like backing out of driveway. And slowly pulling g away from a stop Thanks...
First, thanks for this tutorial. You rock! We need more women mechanics out there. I cannot tell you how many times mechanics have tried to screw me over because they think I know nothing about cars (my dad is a mechanic and has been teaching me to work on my car). Second, if I can add something into this that I encountered when I did my throttle body cleaning-if the hose clamp is rusted and you can't unscrew it, you can still remove the housing, just follow the rest of the steps and carefully move it to the side with the hose still intact. I'm just putting this out there because I know someone is going to come across this situation and get all frantic-lol.
Thanks so much for this video! Cleaned the MAF and Throttle Body after watching. Auto Zone wanted $89 for a MAF and can't imagine what a dealership would ask to replace and then clean throttle body. Much appreciated!
Just left toyota, 105 dollars per hour to diagnose it and 200 dollars to fix it lol im about to clean mine and see if it helps. Did you have to buy a new maf or just cleaned it?
Hi Angie+ thanks , your video is clear, do you have video on red triangle with VSC, ABS lights check engine light on? Or any one knows about it? Thanks
Good tip with the screwdriver and the towel, although those blue disposable towels tend to shed and disintegrate so I would suggest using a cheap terry cloth towel in the future.
Totally enjoyed the music. The negative comments hit the Prius owner stereotype. LOL. Had to contend with a frozen screw, and the MAF plug was a struggle. Went with the toothbrush and tee shirt, removed lots of gunk. Noticed accumulated gunk at the bottom - hard to reach. Seems to rev high at idle - residual vapors from the cleaner?
I believe so, so odd and high eving at first should be expected as it burns off the cleaner. Even stalls at first. How'd yours fair? (After 7 yrs haha)
Sweet video. I just replaced my spark plugs yesterday and saw the residue in the throttle body throat Wish I had stumbled upon your video prior and would have been armed with a toothbrush!.
If you don't have a torque wrench, could you mark one edge of the bolts with a black marker, take a picture before unscrewing, then when you screw them back down, tighten until they match the picture?
These videos have saved me a fortune in dealership repairs. My wife's 2007 started shaking at idle and hesitating.. I went through some of these basic repairs and it is running like new at 240,000 miles lol.
Yeah, these things are incredibly well built. I used to be scared of buying anything used with over 100k even, but I'm currently driving my buddy's '06 in 2018 and it's got 281k!!! It's perfectly fine still except for some of the engine mounts losing their rubber quality and needing swapped and also the tough screen stopped responding to touches. I bought a new digitizer but have been too lazy to get at it. Have to take the whole dash apart. Pretty minimal stuff at nearly 300k!! Averaging 42-46 mpg in the Texas heat with AC on like 75% of the year but can't complain!
@@golfish8589 well ppl go to school for something? Not everybody wanted to risk $1000 after parts for $8000 or more in depreciated asset value of a vehicle? You do what you can and people can still scam or misdiagnose. Yeah yeah, I guess.
@@UnitedPebbles yes, people go to school then get a job. The problem is half of families can afford a emergency $400 bill. Despite 2019 being claimed as a booming economy, 50% of workers did not recieve a raise. 120$/hour dealer labor rate is about 10 times the hourly pay rate of many of those seeking car repair. I think you would think about cleaning your throttle body if dealer rate was 10 times your average hourly earnings
Thx for ur video help to clean mine 2004 prius had issues with idling, just did cleaning today,throttle was was so dirty,also disconnected batt wires to reset check engine light,gr8 song too
Thanks so much for posting this video, and the one for cleaning the Mass Air Flow Sensor (which I did at the same time). This was a big help. You're awesome.
Life saver my 2006 Prius just turned off on me on the way home and wouldn't turn back on so I put the scanner on it and the code that popped up was P2103, cleaned the throttle body and I was back on the road in no time!
FYI just using the spray and straw is more than enough in most cases and the screwdriver. towel tape combo isn't needed. Using a toothbrush is a way better option.
spraying directly into the throttle body can be a bad idea for a lot of reasons, thats why I like spraying onto the towel then wiping everything away. A toothbrush gets the grime loose, but doesent do a good job of getting it up and out of there, but if it's working for ya that's what matters!
What a great video. I do wonder at about how many miles one should clean it. I don't know if you are a tech but, The other question I hope you can answer is: should I change the oil when the car is telling me to do it? Or every 10 K? Thank you very much
the car is automated. it will automatically tell you to after a certain mileage but you can always check the oil with the dip stick & go a little longer if the viscosity & color / levels are fine
I don't think you have to. I didn't disconnect it and had no problems afterwards. If you do get codes, just disconnect the 12V for 5 minutes to clear; but you'll have to recalibrate the electrical windows afterwards by letting them move all the way down and up.
You're talking about the one toward the top, attached to the windshield wiper motor cover? The small box should have the relays for the windshield wipers
Shocked by the music volume... But honestly, yours is one the best videos on throttle body cleaning! The Procedure is correct and clear, the methods are professional and safe. Very helpful, lots of thanks!
I have an Auris hybrid 2014 and i use Toyota dealership oil Toyota 0w-20. The thickness of the oil can influence the blowby gases into the engine ? My oil smell like gasoline after 500km after the oil change and the oil its on the same level.....not rise. I need to do a compression test and solve the mister. Please reply. Thx
Carolyn Talmadge There was definitely a smoother acceleration after, but it wasn't a huge difference. The dirtier your throttle plate before cleaning, the more you'll notice the difference. Thanks for asking, let me know how your car does!
If you do your MAF sensor as well and your car is idling rough afterward you need to unhook the negative terminal on your 12V for a minute or so to reset the computer. i cleaned the throttle body and MAF sensor and the engine idled like shit afterward til i took the terminal off and back on lol. hope this helps someone.
Most things are not torque critical. Mostly go by feel. But I know you need experience to go by feel. More importantly. Look up foot pound torque and "inch pound torque". There is a huge difference
Ah just had my check engine light come on and the code reader said to clean my throttle body so now my gay ass is going to be working on a car for the first time ever tomorrow omg pray for me y’all
All good except wrapping rag or paper towel around screw driver. Too easy to have rag fall off screw driver and get lost in throttle body especially if rag is small. Then you need to have your Prius towed to dealer and have them remove whole housing if not lucky enough to grab back the remnant. Really bad news. Use corner of a big rag instead that can't get lost in the cavity.
Informative, however the music is not needed, it would be better to have narration about the process in action, along with the graphics. Not everyone has need for a loud music mechanic video. Kinda annoying. People who already have a headache because of car trouble, definitely don't need nerve rattling music too.
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I searched for this video and I am amazed at your clear teaching, which makes me express my gratitude to you, other than that I am speechless to your attentiveness and professional sharing. I think if someone asks me again, the only thing I can do is not to spare to share this experience.
great instructive video, i did my throttle body and MAF sensor at the same time earlier today. super easy job especially with your excellent demonstration. thanks Angie.
Thank you so much for this video and the other one regarding the mass air flow sensor! I did both at the same time on my 2006 Prius. My car is purring now instead of choking and sputtering whenever I accelerate. I would recommend using a cloth instead of a shop towel on a chopstick instead of a screwdriver. The screws on the throttle shredded the shop towel, and I had to vacuum out the pieces. Also, I was afraid that a screwdriver would do some damage. Good trick tho! I saw another video where a guy took the throttle body out of the car to clean it. Way too much work! At first the music was loud and distracting, but as I watched your video several times until I had the steps down in my head, it became the perfect accompaniment!
Something interesting worth adding is that before I cleaned my throttle body and mass air flow sensor, I had the red triangle of battery death and check engine dash lights on, and the red car with an exclamation point on it on my display, indicating that my battery needed to be replaced. Also, my battery was behaving like it needed to be replaced. When I started the car in the mornings, would drop down to one purple bar after about a minute, and take about 5 minutes of driving before 3 blue bars would appear. My mileage had dropped down to 38 MPG, when it usually hovers around 45. I was convinced my newly replaced battery (9 months ago) was a dud. All I did was follow your two videos, and after driving for about 20 minutes, the triangle went out, the check engine light turned off, and the red car with an exclamation point went away, and my battery is holding its charge overnight. WTH? Scary how a little dirt can make your battery appear to fail! I wonder how many people swap out their perfectly good batteries over this? I wonder how many unscrupulous mechanics know this trick! I wonder if my original battery I replaced 9 months ago was actually ok...
Thank you for your comment I had the exact same experience until I clean air sensor and I had to delete with instrument reader some codes and it started again to work
Waaow nice comment!
I’m going to try this after work. I have the EXACT SAME symptoms you explained and I swore it was my battery but the code says otherwise.
Which battery? The hybrid battery or the standard 12v battery?
Thanks for posting this. I was able to clean the throttle body with no trouble. Your video helped a lot. My MAF sensor was dirty so I cleaned that as well. Made the car run a bit smoother. 👍
Perfect - very useful. You make it look easy - that is very encouraging. As for the music, sounds good to me. This is the second time for me to watch. I subscribed the first time I saw this. I just picked up my 2008 Prius today here in Tokyo. I paid for it a month ago, but the process to check that I have a garage and so on took all this time! Thank you for making these videos.
Aye!
AND you got Alabama Shakes
playing as a vibe!?
I see you boo.
😉
In a Prius dirty throttle body can cause engine to idle instead off shutting down at stoplight for example.
Wow thank you
Good to know.
Any other tips?
I am about to change plugs, clean PVC valve, clean throttle body and maf.
I have a slight miss when in drive and car not moving.
I have had an 08 prius for a few weeks. The engine runs more often then I thought it would.
Like backing out of driveway. And slowly pulling g away from a stop
Thanks...
@@golfish8589 check your codes
Wonderful. Very well explained. You say you are not a mechanic, but you have the right tools. Thank you.
I saw another video of a guy doing step #4, and he pretty much ripped that connector from the air filter housing. Your way is definitely superior!
First, thanks for this tutorial. You rock! We need more women mechanics out there. I cannot tell you how many times mechanics have tried to screw me over because they think I know nothing about cars (my dad is a mechanic and has been teaching me to work on my car). Second, if I can add something into this that I encountered when I did my throttle body cleaning-if the hose clamp is rusted and you can't unscrew it, you can still remove the housing, just follow the rest of the steps and carefully move it to the side with the hose still intact. I'm just putting this out there because I know someone is going to come across this situation and get all frantic-lol.
Thanks so much for this video! Cleaned the MAF and Throttle Body after watching. Auto Zone wanted $89 for a MAF and can't imagine what a dealership would ask to replace and then clean throttle body. Much appreciated!
Just left toyota, 105 dollars per hour to diagnose it and 200 dollars to fix it lol im about to clean mine and see if it helps. Did you have to buy a new maf or just cleaned it?
$99 for cleaning throttle plate at the dealership. $123 to clean throttle plate and replace air filter.
Hi Angie+ thanks , your video is clear, do you have video on red triangle with VSC, ABS lights check engine light on? Or any one knows about it? Thanks
Good tip with the screwdriver and the towel, although those blue disposable towels tend to shed and disintegrate so I would suggest using a cheap terry cloth towel in the future.
Question... Won't you damage or misalign the throttle plate sensor while you are opening and closing the valve manually???
Totally enjoyed the music. The negative comments hit the Prius owner stereotype. LOL. Had to contend with a frozen screw, and the MAF plug was a struggle. Went with the toothbrush and tee shirt, removed lots of gunk. Noticed accumulated gunk at the bottom - hard to reach. Seems to rev high at idle - residual vapors from the cleaner?
I believe so, so odd and high eving at first should be expected as it burns off the cleaner. Even stalls at first. How'd yours fair? (After 7 yrs haha)
Sweet video. I just replaced my spark plugs yesterday and saw the residue in the throttle body throat Wish I had stumbled upon your video prior and would have been armed with a toothbrush!.
If you don't have a torque wrench, could you mark one edge of the bolts with a black marker, take a picture before unscrewing, then when you screw them back down, tighten until they match the picture?
These videos have saved me a fortune in dealership repairs. My wife's 2007 started shaking at idle and hesitating.. I went through some of these basic repairs and it is running like new at 240,000 miles lol.
Yeah, these things are incredibly well built. I used to be scared of buying anything used with over 100k even, but I'm currently driving my buddy's '06 in 2018 and it's got 281k!!! It's perfectly fine still except for some of the engine mounts losing their rubber quality and needing swapped and also the tough screen stopped responding to touches. I bought a new digitizer but have been too lazy to get at it. Have to take the whole dash apart. Pretty minimal stuff at nearly 300k!! Averaging 42-46 mpg in the Texas heat with AC on like 75% of the year but can't complain!
Any honest and decent dealership 'd have done a better job than this chick and check on other things, too!!
@@UnitedPebbles not everyone has deep pockets
@@golfish8589 well ppl go to school for something? Not everybody wanted to risk $1000 after parts for $8000 or more in depreciated asset value of a vehicle? You do what you can and people can still scam or misdiagnose. Yeah yeah, I guess.
@@UnitedPebbles yes, people go to school then get a job.
The problem is half of families can afford a emergency $400 bill.
Despite 2019 being claimed as a booming economy, 50% of workers did not recieve a raise.
120$/hour dealer labor rate is about 10 times the hourly pay rate of many of those seeking car repair. I think you would think about cleaning your throttle body if dealer rate was 10 times your average hourly earnings
Thx for ur video help to clean mine 2004 prius had issues with idling, just did cleaning today,throttle was was so dirty,also disconnected batt wires to reset check engine light,gr8 song too
Thank you for posting this video! The Prius seems rather easy to repair and maintain, isn't it?
Wow, I could watch you all day, thanks for the great tutorial!
Well nice and simple video but it is even better to clean the intake manifold too
Thanks so much for posting this video, and the one for cleaning the Mass Air Flow Sensor (which I did at the same time). This was a big help. You're awesome.
Awesome! Thanks! Will it hurt anything if any of the gunk goes down into the engine?
great job... can you locate the PCV valve need to change it out,dealer wants BIG Bucks,,,thanks
+Gail Gale Just uploaded a video for the spark plugs/ PCV valve change! Hope that helps:)
Gail Gale pcv change not hard. I did that recently along with the serp belt
should i take off battery neg terminal before i do this? heard these electro throttle bodies give problems on some cars if you dont
Usually just a good idea in general when working on a car
Loved this video will definitely be doing this once the weather gets better here in NY, thank you so much!
Life saver my 2006 Prius just turned off on me on the way home and wouldn't turn back on so I put the scanner on it and the code that popped up was P2103, cleaned the throttle body and I was back on the road in no time!
I am usually easily distracted by the music but for some reason not this time. Thank you.
Nice, they wanted to charge me $160 for that at the dealership. Glad I rejected it. Will follow your method.
Thank you
Thumbs up for the rag-screwdriver-tape trick!
Thanks for this. It would have been neat to see a before and after closeup shot.
Thanks! Easier than I expected.
Amazing video!!!!! Thank you!
Did you get any difference on mpg after cleaning?
Wouldn't it make sense to clean the MAF at the same time, since you're in there already?
Yes, but use MAF cleaner and certainly no brush or rag for the MAF sensor. It is an electrical part and very delicate.
FYI just using the spray and straw is more than enough in most cases and the screwdriver. towel tape combo isn't needed. Using a toothbrush is a way better option.
spraying directly into the throttle body can be a bad idea for a lot of reasons, thats why I like spraying onto the towel then wiping everything away. A toothbrush gets the grime loose, but doesent do a good job of getting it up and out of there, but if it's working for ya that's what matters!
lol true true never had an issue but totally get your point.
@@angiediy2153 what reasons for not spraying throttle plate directly?
Thanks
Great video! My 03 Prius had that issue. Thanks! ❤
Thanks so much for sharing brilliant!
really good! music way better than MAF video. ...nice you added torque tolerances! thanks!!
What a great video. I do wonder at about how many miles one should clean it. I don't know if you are a tech but, The other question I hope you can answer is: should I change the oil when the car is telling me to do it? Or every 10 K?
Thank you very much
the car is automated. it will automatically tell you to after a certain mileage but you can always check the oil with the dip stick & go a little longer if the viscosity & color / levels are fine
i have prius 2005 can i use injector cleaner in petrol tank ?
Hi. Did you disconnected the 12v battery before unplugging the maf?
I don't think you have to. I didn't disconnect it and had no problems afterwards. If you do get codes, just disconnect the 12V for 5 minutes to clear; but you'll have to recalibrate the electrical windows afterwards by letting them move all the way down and up.
@@chrisdash83 may want to remove the watch next time :)
Is throttle body cleaner specifically for that job or can you use something else?
Nice video...please reply what does relay box on top of the spark plugs. Mine is missing (2004)...thx
You're talking about the one toward the top, attached to the windshield wiper motor cover? The small box should have the relays for the windshield wipers
I love the music... And videos! Keep it up!
YOU ARE AMAZING! Thank you so much!!!
I enjoyed the music
Great DIY, terrible music. Would rather have no sound or ambient sound than crappy sound.
Thanks BUT please change the video title to reflect which model years Prius and generation this procedure is specific to such as 2004-2009 Gen2 :)
Shocked by the music volume...
But honestly, yours is one the best videos on throttle body cleaning! The Procedure is correct and clear, the methods are professional and safe. Very helpful, lots of thanks!
Will these videos help 2008 prius also?
it says steps 2&3 torque at 63 in-lb??? that's alot for a small nut at 2:00. is it a typo error
What's the tank behind the passenger headlight used for?
Excellent how to video. Thanks!
is it a good idea to put a paper towel is side d throttle?
This was tremendous help.
Hello, is there where it is toyota prius 2009 vvt?
Can it cause a p2103 code (high current on the actuator control motor)
Great job. Got the code on my Prius. Got to do it today. Thx!
I have an Auris hybrid 2014 and i use Toyota dealership oil Toyota 0w-20. The thickness of the oil can influence the blowby gases into the engine ? My oil smell like gasoline after 500km after the oil change and the oil its on the same level.....not rise. I need to do a compression test and solve the mister. Please reply. Thx
Did you find the cause.
Stuck open fuel injector?
I found the problem. Perfect pressure on cylinders. It was the PCV valve. It was stuck
Love your videos, your great help 09 prius owner
what cleaner did you use on the video? Thank you
Extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Thank you.
Hi, have you noticed any improvement in how your car drives? Thank you for posting the video!
Carolyn Talmadge There was definitely a smoother acceleration after, but it wasn't a huge difference. The dirtier your throttle plate before cleaning, the more you'll notice the difference. Thanks for asking, let me know how your car does!
hey thanks! very helpful!
If you do your MAF sensor as well and your car is idling rough afterward you need to unhook the negative terminal on your 12V for a minute or so to reset the computer. i cleaned the throttle body and MAF sensor and the engine idled like shit afterward til i took the terminal off and back on lol. hope this helps someone.
Thank you. Just cleaned my MAF and it idles high now. Some said to just drive it awhile first. I’ll disconnect the battery if driving doesn’t fix it.
@@DoYouLikeThisName did you get it sorted?
How often does the MAF sensor and throttle body need to be cleaned? I have had driven the Prius it for 30k miles
I have a different issue. My car ICE kicks in unusual times like when i let go of accelerator on freeway or even streetd. Didnt do that before
Thank you
Thanks for the video. Good info and I learned something new.
Great information.❤
Can a dirty throttle make it so that the car starts, can go forward, but doesn't go in reverse or would that be a different issue?
Kellie Hintze that's a transmission issue. You need to change your transmission fluid asap.
Did you find the fix
Don't even care there's something wrong with my car after watching this video. She smoking hot! Great info, thank you!!
how do you know how many lb to screw it back in w/ the torque wrench? like, how did you know it was 62lb & 27lb?
Most things are not torque critical.
Mostly go by feel. But I know you need experience to go by feel.
More importantly.
Look up foot pound torque and "inch pound torque".
There is a huge difference
Music, why?
Music unnecessary but thanks for sharing.
Great video!
The visuals are great,, but you need to turn down the music so that your comments aren't drowned out.
Wanna go on a date in my Prius?
Ah just had my check engine light come on and the code reader said to clean my throttle body so now my gay ass is going to be working on a car for the first time ever tomorrow omg pray for me y’all
which code?
You should monitize your videos they are great more content please
Hi i just cleaned the throttle body but
now my prius idles up and down after starting but stops idling after driving. How can i fix this ?
Did you find the cause?
Computer may have had to relearn
Just did mine. Thanks for the video.
Thank you for sharing it is very useful..!
Isn't e throthle we cannot manual adjust the plate ?
Thank you so much
Can I just spray directly into the throttle body?
Yes
No
You’re awesome!
Nice
Good video, thanks.
❤ awesome
Thanks excellent instructional video . ...and love your music :)
All good except wrapping rag or paper towel around screw driver. Too easy to have rag fall off screw driver and get lost in throttle body especially if rag is small. Then you need to have your Prius towed to dealer and have them remove whole housing if not lucky enough to grab back the remnant. Really bad news. Use corner of a big rag instead that can't get lost in the cavity.
very helpful thanks 🖒
No relearn?
hi angie
I think u need to work on the hemi
Music is annoying
Informative, however the music is not needed, it would be better to have narration about the process in action, along with the graphics. Not everyone has need for a loud music mechanic video. Kinda annoying. People who already have a headache because of car trouble, definitely don't need nerve rattling music too.
Good
LOL at the people getting free car tips that can save them hundreds of dollars and then they want to bitch and complain about the music.