Removal and Replacement

Throttle Body Assembly Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: Do not use solvent of any type when cleaning the gasket surfaces on the intake manifold and the throttle body assembly, as damage to the gasket surfaces and throttle body assembly may result.

Use care in cleaning the gasket surfaces on the intake manifold and the throttle body assembly, as sharp tools may damage the gasket surfaces.

Caution: Do not use any solvent that contains Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK). This solvent may damage fuel system components.

Note: DO NOT prop open the throttle blade with the ignition key in the ON position as it may set a diagnostic trouble code (DTC).

1. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement (Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement).
2. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector from the throttle body assembly.




3. Remove the throttle body assembly bolts.
4. Remove the throttle body assembly.
5. Inspect the throttle body assembly gasket, and replace it if necessary.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the throttle body assembly to the vehicle.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the throttle body assembly bolts.

Tighten the bolts to 10 Nm (89 lb in).

3. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector to the throttle body assembly.
4. Install the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement (Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement).