Stanley Ford Gilmer

Throttle Body Service

close up view of a throttle body

Throttle Body Service at Stanley Ford Gilmer

Everyone knows that cars need fuel to get where they’re going, but they also need enough air to make combustion happen in the first place. This is where your throttle body comes in. This is a part that most drivers forget about, but it’s inherently tied to your vehicle’s performance. If you start to notice that your car is falling behind, you can bring it to us at Stanley Ford Gilmer, where we’ll be able to take a close look at your engine.

The Importance of Letting Your Engine Breathe

Your engine is incredibly complex, as there are a lot of components that work behind the scenes. One of these components is your throttle body. This unassuming part plays a massive role in combustion, as it’s responsible for delivering air to your engine. If you’re trying to start a fire, you’re going to have a hard time maintaining it without oxygen. The same is true for combustion in your engine. Your engine relies on a careful mix of fuel and air to power itself, and if it starts to get too much or too little air, it could spell problems for your performance. When this balance is thrown off, you might notice that your vehicle has trouble accelerating or that your vehicle isn’t nearly as efficient as it was just a few weeks ago. If you want to solve the issue today, you can visit us at Stanley Ford Gilmer.

What’s Wrong with My Throttle Body?

Your throttle body is tied to the performance of your vehicle, so if you notice that your car is starting to struggle on the road, it could be a sign that your throttle body isn’t doing its job. Some other signs include:

  • Stalling: When your vehicle is refusing to move, it could be due to the fact that your engine isn’t getting enough oxygen.
  • A Rough Idle: When your car is idling, you should be able to relax. If it feels like something is wrong with your engine when you’re stopped, you won’t want to ignore the issue.
  • The Check Engine Light: If your check engine light appears, it’s your first sign that you should head to the mechanic.
  • Your Handling: This is the easiest way to diagnose a failing throttle body. If your performance is suffering, it’s time to diagnose your vehicle.

Trusted Service at Stanley Ford Gilmer

When it’s time to fix your throttle body, you’ll need a mechanic that understands your throttle body inside and out. Our professionals at Stanley Ford Gilmer will be more than happy to help you, as we routinely service drivers from Shreveport, Gilmer, or Gladewater. While you’re at our dealership, you might want to consider looking at some of the other services that we offer.

  • Check Your Brakes: Your throttle body might not be the only thing that’s affecting your vehicle’s performance. You can check your brakes today when you visit.
  • Check Your Tires: When’s the last time you’ve looked at the tread of your tires? We can help you replace bald tires, and if you need service, we offer rotations, balancing, and alignments.
  • Check Your Oil: While you’re visiting, it might make sense to get your next oil change out of the way.

 If your engine needs a breath of fresh air, you can schedule your next service with our mechanics at Stanley Ford Gilmer.