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Mopar Throttle Body Cleaner (13 oz aerosol)

aerosol

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Decent, but wear gloves and ventilate.

Provisional, owner feedback still building · reviewed May 2026
Ranks #10 of 12in Carburetor Cleaner
$20.02

Priced as of May 30, 2026

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About this product's hazards. This product's Safety Data Sheet uses signal word danger. Read the manufacturer's SDS and follow all safety instructions before use. CarCareTruth ratings translate the manufacturer's safety sheet. They do not replace the SDS or substitute for a hazard assessment specific to your task.

Health score is for adult use as intended, per the manufacturer's SDS. It does not model child ingestion, accidental spill cleanup, or off-label use. See the safety panel below for full hazard classification, and /disclaimer for the full editorial scope.

From the Safety Data Sheet

Full SDS ↗ (rev. 2022-10-12)

GHS hazard codes are quoted from the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet. PPE tiers below translate those codes and the listed ingredient chemistry; they are not CarCareTruth recommendations.

EyesSituationalMfr. SDS §8 · 29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1) · GHS H319
SkinSituationalMfr. SDS §8
LungsRecommendedMfr. SDS §8
VentilationNo PPE in published sources

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EyesSituational

From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8

SDS Section 2 classifies the mixture as Eye Irritation Cat 2A (H319). Per carb-cleaner rubric PPE table, H319 without H318 places eyes at situational — aerosol mist can cause temporary eye irritation on direct contact. SDS Section 8 specifies safety glasses or goggles as protective equipment when there is risk of aerosol mist contact with eyes.

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U.S. regulatory standard

29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1)

The employer shall ensure that each affected employee uses appropriate eye or face protection when exposed to eye or face hazards from… liquid chemicals…

ANSI Z87.1 (incorporated via §1910.6)

OSHA standards apply to workplaces. Cited here as the U.S. reference threshold for the underlying hazard class.

UN GHS hazard statement

H319

Causes serious eye irritation

UN GHS Rev. 9 (2021)

CarCareTruth publishes the cited sources verbatim and does not advise what action a user should take. Consult the full SDS before use.

SkinSituational

From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8

SDS Section 2 does not classify skin irritation (no H315 or H314 at the mixture level). Aerosol form factor warrants mention for repeated or prolonged handling, but chemistry does not force a recommended or required skin-protection tier. SDS Section 8 recommends protective gloves for repeated or extended contact as a general precaution.

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CarCareTruth publishes the cited sources verbatim and does not advise what action a user should take. Consult the full SDS before use.

LungsRecommended

From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8

DANGER signal word driven by health H-codes (H319, H336 narcotic effects) combined with aerosol form factor. H335 is not classified at the SDS §2 mixture level. SDS Section 8 directs use in a well-ventilated area and specifies an organic-vapor cartridge respirator if ventilation controls are inadequate or exposure limits are exceeded.

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CarCareTruth publishes the cited sources verbatim and does not advise what action a user should take. Consult the full SDS before use.

Ventilation

The published Safety Data Sheet for this product does not specify ventilation protection for consumer use.

Workplace context

29 CFR 1910.134(a); 1910.1000

the primary objective shall be to prevent atmospheric contamination [via] accepted engineering control measures (for example, enclosure or confinement of the operation, general and local ventilation…).

Triggered by GHS H336 on the SDS.

OSHA standards apply to workplaces. Cited here as the U.S. reference threshold for the underlying hazard class.

PPE tiers translate the manufacturer’s SDS and U.S. regulatory standards. Not professional safety advice. How we report safety.

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CarCareTruth's Analysis

Last reviewed May 31, 2026

TL;DR Mopar's OEM throttle body and carburetor cleaner handles carbon deposits and fuel-system gum on a wide range of components — Amazon reviewers confirm single-pass carbon removal on throttle bodies and cylinder chambers. The DANGER signal word is real: the SDS classifies this as an extremely flammable aerosol with inhalation narcosis hazard (H336), which means eye protection and lung protection are the chemistry-forced minimum when spraying in an enclosed space. The CARB-compliant label is an exempt-solvent accounting result — absolute solvent emissions remain high. No O2-sensor-safe or catalytic-converter-safe claims appear on the label or listing, so this scores as a carb-cleaner, not a dedicated throttle-body cleaner.

What it is and how it performs

Spray into the throttle body bore or carburetor passage in short bursts, let the fast-evaporating formula dissolve carbon and gum for a few seconds, and blow out with compressed air. The acetone-dominant formula leaves passages dry without residue. Amazon reviewers report it removing heavy carbon buildup from Mopar engine throttle bodies in a single application; one reviewer cleaned cylinder chambers successfully as well. Community evidence stays inside Amazon's review corpus for this product — no independent forum before/after threads were found as of this writing, so the score reflects confirmed adequate performance without the community-forum validation the top tier requires. Dual-use positioning (throttle bodies, carburetors, chokes, PCV valves) reflects the label claims directly.

Who should buy this — and who should skip it

The right buy for a Mopar or Stellantis owner who wants an OEM-issued aerosol cleaner for routine throttle body service or carburetor maintenance and prefers matching brand components. Also reasonable for any mechanic who finds it in stock at a Chrysler dealer parts counter. Skip it if the carburetor has years of lacquered varnish deposits — that level of buildup calls for a dedicated carb-dip solution or ultrasonic cleaning, not aerosol spray. Skip it if you specifically need an O2-sensor-safe or catalytic-converter-safe verified cleaner for a modern fuel-injected system with sensitive sensors — no such claim exists for this product.

Safety and environmental impact

The DANGER signal word is driven by the SDS's health H-codes — Eye Irritation Cat 2A (H319) and inhalation narcosis (H336) — alongside the extreme flammability of the aerosol (H222, H229). SDS Section 8 specifies safety glasses or goggles when aerosol mist may reach the eyes and directs use in a well-ventilated area; an organic-vapor cartridge respirator is specified when ventilation controls are inadequate or exposure limits may be exceeded. The label carries the California Proposition 65 warning (confirmed on the rear label image) — SDS Section 15 identifies benzene as a trace impurity in the petrochemical-source acetone and heptane fractions.

The CARB-compliant designation is a regulatory-accounting outcome: acetone, the 90–100% primary solvent, is exempt from California Consumer Products Regulation VOC limits for the carb-cleaner category — but absolute solvent emissions to the atmosphere and lungs remain in the high-VOC bracket (estimated ~750 g/L), because acetone's regulatory exemption does not reduce actual emissions. The SDS confirms acetone meets the OECD definition of readily biodegradable (≥70% BOD), and SDS Section 2 shows no aquatic toxicity H-codes at the mixture level, giving this product a cleaner environmental profile than carb cleaners with petroleum-distillate solvents. Standard disposal guidance applies: do not discharge into sewers or waterways; handle spent solvent as hazardous waste.

Frequently asked questions

Can Mopar Throttle Body Cleaner be used on carburetors?

Yes — the Amazon description explicitly lists carburetors, chokes, linkages, and PCV valves alongside throttle bodies. The acetone-dominant formula dissolves gum and carbon deposits regardless of the component. This dual-use positioning is why CarCareTruth scores it under the carb-cleaner category rather than throttle-body-cleaner, where an explicit O2-sensor-safe claim would be required.

Is Mopar 4897156AC safe to use around assembled O-rings and rubber gaskets?

The SDS Section 10 does not list rubber or plastic compatibility specifically. Amazon reviewers note that nylon and rubber hoses tolerate brief overspray, but ABS plastic compatibility varies. Brief spray applications are typical for throttle body cleaning; prolonged soak applications are not advisable without confirming elastomer compatibility with acetone, which can swell some rubber compounds at extended contact times.

Why does this product carry a California Proposition 65 warning?

The SDS (Section 15) lists benzene (CAS 71-43-2) as a trace impurity — present as a carcinogen and reproductive toxin trigger for Prop 65. Benzene is a standard petrochemical impurity in high-purity acetone and heptane; the concentration is below formulated-product disclosure thresholds, but Mopar's compliance position is to display the Prop 65 warning on the rear label.

Is Mopar 4897156AC CARB-compliant?

Yes — the Amazon listing states the product meets CARB automotive product VOC standards. This compliance result derives from acetone being exempt under the California Consumer Products Regulation for the carb-cleaner category. The regulatory VOC sits well below the CARB limit via this accounting, but absolute solvent emissions remain high because acetone comprises 90–100% of the formula. CARB compliance here is a regulatory-accounting outcome, not an indicator of low total solvent emissions.

Is the SDS publicly available for Mopar Throttle Body Cleaner?

The SDS for successor part numbers 68628279AA and 68621322AA (Chemwatch v5.8, 2022-10-12) was sourced from an archived copy of the Petra Automotive Products distributor site after the original URL at petraautoproducts.com returned 404. CarCareTruth has the SDS on file and scoring is derived directly from this document. The Mopar SDS portal (mopar.com) returns HTTP 403 for this product; re-fetch from a public source should be attempted in 2027.

From the manufacturer

Marketing copy from Mopar, via Amazon. Not editorial.

  • Specially formulated and meets CARB automotive product VOC standards
  • Removes combustion chamber deposits
  • Restores performance
  • Genuine OEM Chrysler fluid
  • Prevents fuel system varnish

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Manufacturer specifications
Brand
Mopar
Item Volume
13 Fluid Ounces
Unit Count
13.0 Ounce
Number of Items
1
Item Weight
0.01 Ounces
Contains Liquid Contents?
No
Brand Name
Mopar
Manufacturer
Chrysler
Model Number
4897156AC
Part Number
4897156AC
Item Type Name
Cleaner
Included Components
Cleaner

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