Removal (8.1L)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Sierra, 2002 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2002 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2002 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Loosen retaining bolt on intake manifold sight shield at top of engine. Remove intake manifold sight shield from top of engine. Remove intake manifold sight shield bracket nuts and bracket. Loosen hose clamps on both ends of air duct. See Figure.
- Remove upper radiator hose clip from air duct. Remove air duct. Disconnect Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) motor harness connector. Disconnect Throttle Position (TP) sensor harness connector. Remove throttle body retaining nuts. Remove throttle body flange gasket and discard.