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Removal Procedure

CAUTION: Do not use solvent of any type when cleaning the gasket surfaces on the intake manifold and the throttle body assembly, as damage to the gasket surfaces and throttle body assembly may result.
Use care in cleaning the gasket surfaces on the intake manifold and the throttle body assembly, as sharp tools may damage the gasket surfaces.
CAUTION: Do not use any solvent that contains Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK). This solvent may damage fuel system components.
NOTE: DO NOT prop open the throttle blade with the ignition key in the ON position as it may set a diagnostic trouble code (DTC).
    Fig 1: Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) & Harness Electrical Connector
    GM1889789Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement .
  2. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (2) from the electronic throttle control (ETC) (1).
  3. Fig 2: Throttle Body
    GM1810824Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the throttle body bolts.
  5. Remove the throttle body.
  6. Inspect the throttle body gasket, and replace if necessary.