Removal And Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
The throttle body (TB) 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 TB.
- Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING article.
- Disconnect the throttle position (TP) sensor electrical connector.
- Disconnect the electronic throttle control electrical connector.
- Remove the 4 bolts and the throttle body (TB) and discard the gasket.
- To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install a new TB gasket.