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 the throttle body, start at step 1. If you are removing the throttle body, start at step 4.

Connect the HDS while the engine is stopped.
Select the INSPECTION MENU with the HDS.
Do the TP LEARNING CHECK in the ETCS TEST.
Disconnect the MAP sensor connector (A).

Fig 1: Disconnecting MAP Sensor Connector With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the intake air duct (B).
Disconnect the throttle body connector (C).
Disconnect and plug the water bypass hoses (D).
Remove the harness clip (E) and the throttle body (F).
Install the parts in the reverse order of removal with a new gasket (G).
NOTE:
- Do the PCM idle learn procedure after the throttle body has been replaced (see PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE ).
- Refill the radiator with engine coolant (see COOLANT CHECK ).