does it have a oxygen sensor? I have been doing this for years,cleaning carbon off oxygen sensors with steel wool.But I learned my method was flawed. If your exhaust smell rich on the new fuel injected models.Start by removing sensor or sensors keep rear one marked.Soak in gasoline overnight to lossen carbon,lightly brush with tooth brush,and blow dry.RFe install,and enjoy your lost power.
Now sometimes you need to replace one.

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