Throttle Body: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero, and 2002 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Release fuel system pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE . Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove air intake ducts. Disconnect and mark harness connections and vacuum hoses from throttle body. Disconnect control cables from throttle body.
- Drain cooling system and remove coolant hoses to throttle body (if applicable). Remove throttle body retaining bolts. Remove throttle body and gasket.