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SMAX Throttle Valve Issue

I'm having trouble with my 2021 Ford SMAX hybrid. At 187211 km, I've noticed worse fuel consumption and starting issues. Diagnostics point to a bad throttle valve, maybe from a faulty accelerator pedal module. Anyone else seen this?

A 2021 Ford SMAX hybrid is experiencing worse fuel consumption and starting issues at 187,211 km, with diagnostics indicating a potential throttle valve problem, possibly linked to a faulty accelerator pedal module. Suggestions include checking for carbon buildup in the throttle body and considering the engine idle control valve as a potential issue. Cleaning the throttle body might offer temporary relief, but a thorough workshop inspection is recommended to confirm the throttle valve's condition and avoid future costs.

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I have an SMAX, and that sounds familiar. Higher fuel consumption and poor starting... could the engine idle control valve be failing? Have you checked the throttle body for carbon?

Thanks, the engine idle control valve is interesting. I hadn't thought about carbon buildup first. Did your control valve issue show up the same way, or were there other signs?

It was similar. Cleaning the throttle body helped for a bit, but the problem stayed. With your mileage and symptoms, get the throttle valve checked well at a workshop. Could save money later.

Thanks for the confirmation. I had the workshop check, and they said the throttle valve was bad and needed replacing. Cost 205€. Thanks again for the help; it really guided me.

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