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Removal And Installation

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CAUTION: The throttle body must be removed from the vehicle to be cleaned. Do not hold the throttle plate open with any object that could scratch the bore or plate while servicing or cleaning the throttle body.
  1. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING .
  2. Disconnect the electronic throttle control electrical connector.
  3. Remove the 4 bolts and the throttle body (TB).
    • Discard the TB gasket.
    • To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  4. NOTE: Install a new TB gasket.
  5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.