Throttle Body: Removal
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Remove air cleaner and duct assembly. Disconnect accelerator cable from throttle lever. Disconnect cruise control actuator (if equipped). Remove accelerator cable bracket and set aside. Disconnect electrical connectors, vacuum lines and vapor hose as necessary. Remove 4 bolts retaining throttle body assembly to throttle body adapter. Remove throttle body.