2000 Chevy Silverado Sticky Gas Pedal

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BOOGMAN2U2
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My gas pedal started sticking again as I first take off. Dealer recommended cleaning fuel system (throttle body ? ) an $80 job. I had this done a couple years ago , but wondering if I can do this myself - I am pretty mechanical. They say it builds up carbon & gunk on the baffles & you need to clean them. Is this fairly simple to do ?
Jan 20, 2006 at 5:46 AM
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SC1 RACING
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check your cable for kinks, or cord comming apart. also you can get some carb cleaner and spay the inside of throtttle body, and pay attention to the springs on the throttle shaft.
Jan 20, 2006 at 6:42 AM
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Inspect the throttle cable for kinks or a cable coming apart. Spray carburetor cleaner inside the throttle body and clean around the throttle shaft springs to remove buildup that can make the pedal stick.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 2000 Chevy Silverado says the gas pedal sticks when first taking off. A dealer suggested cleaning the throttle body for carbon and gunk, and the owner asks if that can be done at home. The expert recommends checking the throttle cable for kinks or a separating cable, then spraying carburetor cleaner inside the throttle body while paying attention to the springs on the throttle shaft.

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