Valve cleaning?

Tiny
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  • 2018 HYUNDAI KONA
  • 1.9L
  • 4 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 90,000 MILES
I was told I need to get the engine valves cleaned because of carbon buildup. What is the difference in having a professional do it or can it be a dyi project?
Tuesday, May 30th, 2023 AT 12:05 PM

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Tiny
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It can be a DIY project, just follow this guide and see if it is something you want to try:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-recognize-symptoms-and-clean-your-cars-intake-and-exhaust-valves

Let us know what happens and please upload pictures or videos of the problem so we can see what's going on.
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Tuesday, May 30th, 2023 AT 7:25 PM

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