2005 Cadillac DeVille BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Removal Procedure

NOTE: Do not damage the MAF sensor screen. A damaged screen could restrict airflow and lead to a driveability concern.
    Fig 1: View Of PCV Valve Fresh Air Tube
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  1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure .
  2. Remove the air cleaner intake duct.
  3. Remove the PCV valve fresh air tube.
    4. Fig 2: View Of Accelerator Controls Cable Bracket, Cruise Control Cable, & Accelerator Cable
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  4. Remove the cruise control cable (2) from accelerator controls cable bracket (1).
  5. Remove the accelerator cable (3) from accelerator controls cable bracket (1).
  6. Remove the cruise control cable (2) from throttle body lever.
    7. Fig 3: View Of Accelerator Control Cable & Throttle Body Lever
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  7. Remove the accelerator control cable (3) from throttle body lever (2).
    8. Fig 4: IAC Valve and TP Sensor Component View
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  8. Remove the IAC valve electrical connector (1) from the IAC valve (4).
  9. Remove the TP sensor electrical connector (2) from the TP sensor (3).
    10. Fig 5: View Of Fuel Feed/Return Lines Retainer
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  10. Remove the fuel feed and return lines from the retainer (5) on the accelerator controls cable bracket.
    11. Fig 6: Identifying Transaxle Shift Cable
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  11. Remove the transaxle shift cable (1) clip from the accelerator controls cable bracket.
    12. Fig 7: View Of Throttle Body & Water Crossover
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  12. Remove the throttle body (2) from the water crossover (1).
    13. Fig 8: View Of Accelerator Controls Cable Bracket & Bolts
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  13. Remove the accelerator controls cable bracket (3) from the throttle body (1).
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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