VW Throttle Body Kit - Pierburg KIT-01163

Product Information

A Fuel Injection Throttle Body is a component in a vehicle's fuel injection system that controls the amount of air entering the engine. It consists of a throttle plate that opens and closes based on the driver's accelerator pedal input. The throttle body plays a crucial role in regulating engine power and efficiency by managing the air-fuel mixture that enters the combustion chamber.

• Poor Acceleration or Hesitation: A malfunctioning throttle body can lead to poor acceleration or hesitation during driving, particularly when the driver presses the accelerator pedal. This can result from a stuck or faulty throttle plate that doesn’t open or close properly
• Rough Idle or Stalling: If the throttle body is dirty or malfunctioning, it may cause the engine to idle roughly or stall, especially when coming to a stop or during low-speed driving. This is often due to incorrect air-fuel mixture or air supply issues
• Check Engine Light: A faulty throttle body may trigger the Check Engine light. Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) related to the throttle position sensor or airflow may be stored in the vehicle’s system, indicating issues with the throttle body.

About Pierburg

Pierburg S.A. is a company that forms part of the KSPG AG Group, a worldwide leader in the design, development and production of automobile components. As a worldwide automotive provider, Pierburg S.A. holds a position as a leader in the automotive markets thanks to their competence in the areas of the reduction of emissions and secondary air management. The development of our products is carried out in close collaboration with well-known automotive manufacturers.

With a history beginning with the start of the automobile industry, Pierburg’s reputation has been that of superior engine expertise. Pierburg remains a pioneer in advanced pump technology working as an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) for many European auto brands. Their product line ranges from coolant pumps, oil pumps and re-circulating water pumps, to vacuum pumps and many more. For every function, Pierburg produces a solution that provides the highest reliability, dependability, and functionality for automobiles.

Even before the talks of climate change, Pierburg had been working on finding solutions for ecological friendly vehicle technology, in order to slow fuel consumption and decrease emissions. One example is Pierburg’s line of on-demand oil and water pumps only run when needed resulting in reduced engine emissions.