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To remove

  1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position.
    Fig 1: Illustration For Steps 2-4
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  2. Remove the top engine cover.
  3. Undo the coolant expansion tank cap to release any pressure and then retighten it.
  4. Undo the connector to the pressure/temperature sensor. Remove the turbo delivery pipe complete with bypass pipe and bypass valve.

    Man:  Undo the venturi hose from the charge air pipe.

  5. Remove the cover on the throttle body pedal arm.
    Fig 2: Illustration For Step 5
    G03576462Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Detach the hose for the bypass valve.
    Fig 3: Illustration For Steps 6-10
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  7. Detach the accelerator pedal wire from the throttle body pedal arm.
  8. Remove the rubber seal and undo the limp-home solenoid connector.
  9. Unplug the throttle body 10-pin connector.
  10. Undo the 3 throttle body retaining screws.
    Fig 4: Illustration For Step 10
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  11. Lift up the throttle body, clamp and detach the 2 coolant hoses to the throttle body and detach the hose under the limp-home solenoid.
    Fig 5: Illustration For Steps 11-12
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  12. Detach the lower vacuum hose.