Installation Procedure

IMPORTANT: DO NOT reuse the throttle body gasket. Install a NEW gasket during assembly.

Fig 1: Locating Throttle Body, Bolts & Nuts

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Install a NEW throttle body gasket. Align the locating tab of the gasket with the notch in the manifold.
Position the throttle body to the intake manifold.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the throttle body bolts/nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts/nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 2: Identifying Heater Inlet & Outlet Hose/Pipes

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Position the heater inlet and outlet hose/pipe (2, 3).
Position the heater inlet and outlet hose clamps at the engine pipes.
Install the heater inlet and outlet pipe clip nuts (1) to the throttle body studs.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 3: Locating EVAP & ETC Electrical Connectors

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IMPORTANT: Verify that the throttle actuator motor harness connector and the connector seal are properly installed and not damaged.

Connect the engine harness electrical connector (2) to the ETC.
Install the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement .
Fill the engine cooling. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (Static Fill LZ9) or Draining and Filling Cooling System (Vac-N-Fill) .
Install the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement .
Connect a scan tool in order to test for proper throttle opening and throttle closing ranges.
Operate the accelerator pedal and monitor the throttle angles. The accelerator pedal should operate freely, without binding, between closed throttle, and wide open throttle (WOT).
Verify that the vehicle meets the following conditions:
- The vehicle is not in a reduced engine power mode.
- The ignition is ON.
- The engine is OFF.