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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the air cleaner and duct assembly. Refer to ENGINE CONTROLS - REMOVAL & INSTALLATION & OVERHAUL  in Removal and Installation in Engine Performance.
  2. Remove the throttle cable Bracket in order to gain access to the throttle Body heater hose clamp.
  3. Drain the coolant until the coolant level is Below the throttle Body heater hoses. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM   . 
  4. Use the J 38185  in order to remove the hose clamp.
  5. Remove the throttle Body heater inlet hose.
    Fig 1: Removing Throttle Body Heater Inlet Hose
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