Important: Over an extended period of time and mileage,
deposits may accumulate on the back of the throttle plate. Typically these deposits
pose no problems. Occasionally the deposits may accumulate to a point where throttle
valve movement is effected. This procedure should not be performed on vehicles with
mileage under 80 450 km (50,000 mi).
- Remove the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to
Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement
in Engine Mechanical.
- Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to
Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement
.
- Inspect the throttle body bore and the throttle body plate for deposits.
You will need to open the throttle plate in order to inspect all surfaces.
- Clean the throttle body bore and the throttle plate using a clean shop
towel with GM top engine cleaner, P/N 1052626 or AC Delco Carburetor Tune-up
Conditioner, P/N X66P, or equivalent product.
- Install the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to
Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement
.
- Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to
Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement
in Engine Mechanical.