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).
- Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to
Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement.
- Remove the intake manifold cover. Refer to
Intake Manifold Cover Replacement.
- Disconnect the throttle actuator control (TAC) electrical connector (1).
- Remove the throttle body bolts.
- Remove the throttle body.
- Inspect the throttle body gasket, and replace if necessary.
Installation Procedure
- Install the throttle body.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Install the throttle body bolts and tighten to
10 N·m (89 lb in).
- Connect the TAC electrical connector (1).
- Install the intake manifold cover. Refer to
Intake Manifold Cover Replacement.
- Install the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to
Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement.