Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mazda B2300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe. See AIR CLEANER OUTLET PIPE REMOVAL / INSTALLATION - 2.3L , .
Remove the accelerator cable and the cruise control cable (if equipped).

Fig 1: Locating Accelerator Cable And Cruise Control Cable
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Disconnect the throttle position (TP) sensor electrical connector.

Fig 2: Locating Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Electrical Connector
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Remove the bolts and the throttle body.

Fig 3: Locating Throttle Body Bolts
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Tightening torque: 10 Nm {1.0 kgf-m, 89 in-lbf}
To install, reverse the removal procedure.