Throttle Body Removal/Installation

CAUTION: Do not insert your fingers into the installed throttle body when you turn the ignition switch ON (II) or while the ignition switch is ON (II). If you do, you will seriously injure your fingers if the throttle valve is activated.

NOTE: If you are replacing or cleaning the throttle body, start at step 1. If you are removing the throttle body, start at step 4.

Connect the HDS to the DLC while the engine is stopped.
Select the INSPECTION MENU on the HDS.
Do the TP POSITION CHECK in the ETCS TEST.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Remove the intake air duct (A).

Fig 1: Intake Air Duct With Torque Specification
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Disconnect the throttle body connector (B).
Disconnect and plug the water bypass hoses (C).
Remove the throttle body (D).
Install the parts in the reverse order of removal with a new gasket (E).
NOTE:
- Do ECM/PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE after the throttle body has been replaced.
- Refill the radiator with engine coolant (see COOLANT REPLACEMENT ).