For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the mass air flow (MAF) sensor electrical connector.
- Remove the air intake duct.
- Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
- Disconnect the throttle body assembly electrical connector.
- Remove the throttle body attaching bolts.
- Remove the throttle body and the gasket.
- Discard the throttle body gasket.
Notice: Handle the electronic throttle control components carefully. Use cleanliness in order to prevent damage. Do not drop the electronic throttle control components. Do not roughly handle the electronic throttle control components. Do not immerse the electronic throttle control components in cleaning solvents of any type.
Important: Cover or plug any openings when servicing the throttle body in order to prevent possible contamination.
Important: Do not reuse the throttle body gasket. Install a new gasket during assembly.
Installation Procedure
- Install a new throttle body gasket into the groove on rear side of throttle body. Be sure gasket upper and lower tabs (1) are aligned to the throttle body properly.
- Install the throttle body assembly to the water outlet.
- Install the throttle body attaching bolts.
- Connect the throttle body assembly electrical connector.
- Install the air intake duct (1).
- Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
- Connect the MAF sensor electrical connector.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Important: Always use a torque wrench in order to obtain the proper torque.
Tighten
Tighten the throttle body bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
