Question 1

Manchester

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Manchester is a city and metropolitan borough in Greater Manchester, located north of the Cheshire Plain and south and west of the Pennines, with an estimated population of 545,000.Manchester is a popular cultural centre, with performing arts and live music venues that include the Palace Theatre, Manchester Opera House, the Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester Arena and Manchester Academy.Manchester has provided iconic bands such as The Smiths, Joy Division, The Verve, M People and The 1975, and in the height of the 1980s the ‘Madchester’ scene gave us The Stone Roses, Happy Mondays, Inspiral Carpets and James.Canal Street has been the home for an LGBTQ+ community since 1940, with bars and clubs attracting around 20k visitors each weekend, and the Manchester Pride festival is celebrated every August.It wouldn’t be fair to talk about Manchester without mentioning the city’s football rivalry: you’re either blue or you’re red, City or United—with both teams holding an extensive list of silverware and titles.

Question 2

The most popular cars in Manchester

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The Mercedes A-Class is estimated to be the most popular car in Manchester, according to data provided between 2012 to 2018 by ownership and postcode.Close on its heels—and in order of popularity—are the Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Polo, Mercedes C-Class Saloon and Nissan Qashqai.

Question 3

Vehicle numbers in Manchester

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There are approximately 218,000 licensed vehicles in Manchester, with some of the most popular models including the Mini, Ford Kuga and the Kia Sportage.

Question 4

Find a Fixter garage in Manchester today

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There are a total of 38 Fixter garages in the Manchester area, all ready and waiting to provide you with a fantastic quote for your car service, MOT and a wide range of vehicle repairs.Fixter garages service the following postcodes and more, in and around the Manchester area:
M1 & M2: City Centre, Deansgate, Castlefield & Piccadilly, Manchester
M4: Ancoats, Northern Quarter & Strangeways, Manchester
M8: Crumpsall & Cheetham Hill, Manchester
M9: Harpurhey & Blackley, Manchester
M11: Clayton, Openshaw & Beswick, Manchester
M12: Ardwick, Longsight & Chorlton-on-Medlock, Manchester

Question 5

What does a throttle body do?

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In today's modern fuel injected cars, the throttle body is a critical piece of the air intake system that controls the amount of air flowing into the engine. It sits between the air intake and engine manifold where fresh air is pulled into the engine for the combustion process.The throttle body itself consists of a tube containing a pivoting flat valve (butterfly). When the driver presses the acceleration pedal the butterfly in the throttle body pivots to let more air flow into the manifold. When this happens, the throttle position sensor reports to the ECU that you have pressed the accelerator. The airflow sensor then detects more air and sends a message to the car’s computer to boost the amount of fuel being supplied by the injectors. This whole process is what enables your car to accelerate.A good air filter is absolutely critical to the healthy operation of the throttle body, because dirt buildup on its surface over time can cause the butterfly valve to stick, causing a rough idle and drivability issues. It is therefore important that both the air filter and the throttle body are well maintained and kept clean.

Question 6

How often should a throttle body need replacing?

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In today's modern fuel injected cars, the throttle body is a critical piece of the air intake system that controls the amount of air flowing into the engine. Because it is crucial to the healthy running of your vehicle, the throttle body should be well maintained and cleaned at least every 75,000 miles.If you begin to notice any signs that your throttle body might be failing, such as a rough idle, frequent stalling or unreliable acceleration, you should book your car in to have the air flow system and the throttle body inspected as soon as possible. When the throttle body begins to fail it will get progressively worse (and more dangerous!) over time.

Question 7

What happens during a throttle body replacement?

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Our certified mechanics will:
Analyse the ECU to see if there are any related fault codes.
Inspect the throttle body and air intake system.
Replace the throttle body if there are issues with it.
Clean the air intake system of dirt and residue.
Advise if any other parts need to be replaced.
Finally they will run the engine and test drive the car.

Question 8

What causes a throttle body to break?

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Like most car parts, over time the throttle body will experience wear and may begin to fail. Another common issue is caused by the filth, carbon, and dirt that can build up in the throttle body housing and air intake system, creating problems with air flow. This interrupts the perfect mixture of air and fuel and can cause the butterfly valve to get stuck. Therefore regular cleaning and maintenance of the system and throttle body is crucial for a healthy and reliable car.

Question 9

What are the symptoms of a bad throttle body?

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Usually, there a few signs you can look for:
A very poor or rough idle
Poor or unreliable acceleration
Excess fuel consumption
Car misfiring
A delay from when you step on the acceleration until the car responds
A visibly dirty throttle body
Stalling more frequently
Check engine light comes on

Question 10

How often should you replace your throttle body?

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There is no set lifespan when it comes to the throttle body, however it is suggested that you clean it thoroughly at about 75,000 miles. Cleaning the throttle body and air intake system allows your car to operate more smoothly and it helps prolong its life.

Question 11

What happens during a throttle body replacement?

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Our certified mechanics will:
Analyse the ECU to see if there are any related fault codes.
Inspect the throttle body and air intake system.
Replace the throttle body if there are issues with it.
Clean the air intake system of dirt and residue.
Advise if any other parts need to be replaced.
Finally they will run the engine and test drive the car.

Question 12

What is the average life of a throttle body?

Accepted Answer

There is no set lifespan when it comes to the throttle body, however it is suggested that you clean it thoroughly at about 75,000 miles. Cleaning the throttle body and air intake system allows your car to operate more smoothly and it helps prolong its life. Like with many car components, if the throttle body is well serviced and properly maintained it should last a while.

Question 13

Can you drive with a bad throttle body?

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Driving with a bad throttle body is not recommended. Your car could be very difficult to handle, it could break down whilst driving, or it could even accelerate unpredictably and uncontrollably - which is a very dangerous situation to be in on the roads. When the throttle body begins to fail it will get progressively worse (and more dangerous!) over time. You should book your car inn to be looked at as soon as you suspect there may be a problem.

Question 14

Does the throttle body deteriorate with age?

Accepted Answer

Like most car parts, over time the throttle body will experience wear and may begin to fail. Filth, carbon, and dirt can also build up in the throttle body housing and air intake system over time, creating problems with air flow. This interrupts the perfect mixture of air and fuel and can cause the butterfly valve to get stuck. Therefore regular cleaning and maintenance of the system and throttle body is crucial for a healthy and reliable car.

Question 15

The law, vehicle regulations and your MOT

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If your throttle body is failing it could be affecting your fuel consumption and emissions. Because there are strict regulations around car emissions in the UK, excess fuel consumption and emissions could result in a fine or an MOT failure. It's important to keep your car well maintained to avoid unnecessary costs and harmful emissions.

Car make and model	Average dealer price	Price estimate	Average savings
Ford P100	£448	£339 - £414	£71
Alfa Romeo Stelvio	£442	£343 - £419	£61
Audi S2 Coupe	£711	£538 - £658	£114
Chrysler PT Cruiser	£660	£535 - £654	£65
Toyota Avensis Picnic	£442	£343 - £419	£61
Renault Grand Espace	£442	£343 - £419	£61
Renault Twingo III	£513	£405 - £495	£63
Volkswagen Golf V	£448	£339 - £414	£71
Chevrolet Kalos	£448	£339 - £414	£71
Citroen Nemo	£448	£339 - £414	£71
Ford P100	£448	£339 - £414	£71
Alfa Romeo Stelvio	£442	£343 - £419	£61
Audi S2 Coupe	£711	£538 - £658	£114
Chrysler PT Cruiser	£660	£535 - £654	£65
Toyota Avensis Picnic	£442	£343 - £419	£61

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What does a throttle body do?

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What happens when we do a throttle body repair on your car?

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What does a throttle body do?

What are the symptoms of a bad throttle body?

What happens when we do a throttle body repair on your car?

How much does it cost to fix my car?

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