1998 Jetta GLS throttle plate

1998 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
30,800 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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1998 Jetta GLS mileage: 30,800. I had my car in for a 30,000 mile servicing recently and the dealer said that I would need a new throttle plate. What is a throttle plate, and is this a serious situation?
Oct 13, 2010 at 12:21 AM
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Throttle plate is a round disk or butterfly on a shaft that allows air into the engine as the accelerator pedal is pushed. There are also electronic sensors attached to it. If it is worn out or not functioning properly, it should be replaced.
Oct 13, 2010 at 12:25 AM