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Removal - 3.7L

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A (factory adjusted) set screw is used to mechanically limit the position of the throttle body throttle plate. Never attempt to adjust the engine idle, speed using this screw.  All idle speed functions are controlled by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).

  1. Remove air cleaner tube at throttle body.
  2. Disconnect throttle body electrical connectors at IAC motor and TPS.
  3. Remove all control cables from throttle body (lever) arm. Refer to the THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE  for removal/installation procedures.
  4. Disconnect necessary vacuum lines at throttle body.
  5. Remove 3 throttle body mounting bolts ( Fig 1 ).
  6. Remove throttle body from intake manifold.
  7. Check condition of old throttle body-to-intake manifold o-ring ( Fig 2 ).
    Fig 1: Identifying Throttle Body Mounting Bolts - 3.7L
    G03488978Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
    Fig 2: Identifying Throttle Body O-Ring - 3.7L
    G03488979Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.