Throttle Bodies & Service Kits

Controlling the amount of air that flows into your engine, the throttle body is part of the air intake system. As you press down the accelerator pedal, you are essentially controlling the flow of air into the engine. The throttle body consists of a tube and a pivoting valve (butterfly), and is an essential component in a combustion engine system. When the driver presses the pedal, the butterfly in the throttle body pivots to allow more air into the engine. A car service kit contains all the essential components you need to repair a faulty throttle body, This includes the vital gaskets and rubber O-rings for sealing all joints.

A faulty throttle body is relatively straightforward to detect, as it can make your engine sluggish during acceleration or cause it to stall due to an imbalance of air-fuel. The throttle body may also need cleaning from time to time, and this is something you can do yourself presuming you have the correct tools and instructions found in a service kit.

It’s essential that you purchase the correct throttle body and service kits for cars, as they vary depending on the type of car you own. To find suitable products for your car, enter your vehicle registration number into the tool provided and our system will pull relevant products for your car. Once you’ve found the right products, use our convenient click & collect service to get hold of them sooner. Or, if you’d prefer, choose our trusted delivery service. If you’re still unsure which throttle bodies and car service kits you need, head down to your local Halfords store were one of our team will be happy to assist you.