Throttle Body: Service and Repair

THROTTLE BODY







Removal and Installation

CAUTION: The throttle body (TB) must be removed from the vehicle to be cleaned. Do not hold the throttle plate open with any object that could scratch the bore or plate while servicing or cleaning the TB.

1. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe.
2. Disconnect the electronic throttle control electrical connector.
3. Remove the throttle body (TB) bolts and discard the TB gasket.
- Install a new TB gasket.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
- Tighten an additional 90 degrees (1/4 turn).

4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.