Audi S7 Throttle Body Replacement Costs

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

See availability

Customer Ratings

Throttle Body Replacement Service

How much does a Throttle Body Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Audi S7 Throttle Body Replacement is $894 with $761 for parts and $133 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

Car	Service	Estimate	Shop/Dealer Price
2013 Audi S7V8-4.0L Turbo	Service typeThrottle Body Replacement	Estimate$1682.69	Shop/Dealer Price$2098.12 - $3265.65
2014 Audi S7V8-4.0L Turbo	Service typeThrottle Body Replacement	Estimate$1654.69	Shop/Dealer Price$2070.18 - $3237.75
2016 Audi S7V8-4.0L Turbo	Service typeThrottle Body Replacement	Estimate$1654.69	Shop/Dealer Price$2070.17 - $3237.74
2015 Audi S7V8-4.0L Turbo	Service typeThrottle Body Replacement	Estimate$1654.69	Shop/Dealer Price$2070.09 - $3237.61
2018 Audi S7V8-4.0L Turbo	Service typeThrottle Body Replacement	Estimate$1654.69	Shop/Dealer Price$2049.16 - $3200.97
2017 Audi S7V8-4.0L Turbo	Service typeThrottle Body Replacement	Estimate$1654.69	Shop/Dealer Price$2049.14 - $3200.93

Show example Audi S7 Throttle Body Replacement prices

What is the throttle body and how does it work?

The throttle body is an air metering device mounted between the air filter and snorkel, and the intake plenum. Within the throttle body is a movable throttle plate whose position controls the amount of air that enters the engine to determine engine speed. Throttle body designs vary. Some incorporate an idle air control valve, throttle position sensor, and other electronic throttle controls. The throttle plate in the throttle body can be controlled directly by an accelerator pedal cable or fully electronically in the newest drive-by-wire systems.

When to consider replacing the throttle body:

Check engine light and/or reduced power warning light is on. Most modern throttle bodies have electrical components, such as a throttle position sensor. These components are monitored by the powertrain control module (PCM). If the check engine light or reduced power warning light comes on, a mechanic will determine if any of the stored trouble codes implicate a throttle body malfunction.
Wrong idle speed. Carbon deposits in the throttle body, particularly around the movable throttle plate or in the idle air control valve, can cause the engine idle speed to be too low or too high.
Poor transmission shifting. In some applications, transmission shift timing relies on signal outputs from the throttle body. If the throttle position sensor is defective, that might adversely affect shift timing and feel.

How do mechanics replace the throttle body?

The engine cover is removed, if necessary.
The flexible rubber snorkel from the air filter housing to the throttle body is disconnected. Typically, the connection is made with a large stainless steel hose clamp.
The electrical connections to the throttle body are removed.
If the throttle body is not a drive-by-wire system, the accelerator cable and cruise control cable are disconnected and set aside.
The bolts retaining the throttle body to the plenum, the gasket, and the throttle body are removed. If the throttle body is being cleaned and tested for re-use, approved chemicals are used in the cleaning process.
The new or serviced throttle body is re-attached to the plenum and the bolts torqued to factory specifications.
All cables and electrical connections are restored. The intake air snorkel is reconnected.
If applicable, the electronic throttle installation and idle re-learn procedures are performed using an appropriate scan tool.
Finally, the engine is started, brought to normal operating temperature, and idle speed is checked. The car is road tested to ensure normal operation and no illumination of warning or service lights.

Is it safe to drive with a throttle body problem?

Yes. But, the vehicle may be limited in power or put into what is referred to as limp mode, in order to get the vehicle to a repair facility. If the check engine light is on, or the electronic throttle control warning light is on, but there is no noticeable difference in engine performance, the car can be safely driven. However, it is best to have it diagnosed and repaired at your earliest convenience to avoid unexpected breakdown or possible damage to the catalytic converter.

When replacing the throttle body keep in mind:

Many modern throttle bodies have spring loaded sensors and plastic gears that are not intended to be manipulated directly during any diagnostics or inspections. These components are controlled electronically or generate signals. It is best to let a mechanic use approved tests to diagnose the problem.
Wiring faults, bad grounds, or bad terminal connections can make it appear as though an electronically controlled throttle has failed. A mechanic will always rule out all other causes before replacing the throttle body.
When cleaning the throttle body, special care should be taken to use only special spray cleaners designed to not damage electrical components or sensors.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee

Meet some of our expert Audi mechanics

Real customer reviews from Audi owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(5)

Rating Summary

5

0

0

0

0

5

0

0

0

0

SEE REVIEWS NEAR ME

AL

12 years of experience

234 reviews

AL

12 years of experience

by Jesus

Audi S7 V8-4.0L Turbo - Spark Plugs - Denver, Colorado

Al was extremely friendly and knows exactly what he is doing. Gave me a few pointers to keep an eye on to keep the car running healthy Thank you again!

Christopher

10 years of experience

114 reviews

Request Christopher

Christopher

10 years of experience

Request Christopher

by Justin

Audi S7 V8-4.0L Turbo - Brake Rotor/Disc Replacement (Front) - Katy, Texas

Friendly and timely.

Nazareth

27 years of experience

275 reviews

Request Nazareth

Nazareth

27 years of experience

Request Nazareth

by Liam

Audi S7 V8-4.0L Turbo - Battery - El Monte, California

Excellent and very professional. Highly recommended!!! Took care of my Audi S7 and solved my problem with the car.

Engel

23 years of experience

5 reviews

Engel

23 years of experience

by William

Audi S7 V8-4.0L Turbo - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Arlington, Virginia

Fully explained what he saw of the car in PPI and made me feel confident in the health of the vehicle. Responded in timely manner when I messaged him. Great experience all around.

Excellent Rating

(5)

Rating Summary

5

0

0

0

0

5

0

0

0

0

SEE REVIEWS NEAR ME

Recent articles & questions

Child Seat Safety Laws in North Dakota

Motor Motor vehicle collisions are one of the most common causes of accidental death for children in North Dakota. Child seats save lives, and not only is it common sense to use them, it is also the law. Summary of...

How to Replace a Harmonic Balancer

Harmonic balancers fail when the engine is causing excessive vibrations and the timing marks are misaligned.

How to Maintain Automotive Hand Tools

Automotive technicians take good care of automotive hand tools to stay safe and save money. Keep parts clean and in working order to maintain tools.

High RPM, cannot shift gears on 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII

Hello. We will be happy to assist you with your 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. I suggest to have the vehicles computer scanned and trouble codes retrieved by a technician. Being that the Check Engine Light comes on when the problem...

I was told I needed a tune up got the spark plugs and the coil pack but it still misfire.

Engine misfires can be caused by many different problems and are generally caused by either a spark or fuel issue or in some cases, a combination of both. Spark related problems generally will result from things like ignition coils, crankshaft...

Evap Monitor not ready

Hi There, It sounds like you have replaced and checked all the normal suspects in the evap system. You may also want to check the lines in the evap system. A leak in the system may also cause the code...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com