Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
- Install a new gasket (3) and the throttle body (2) onto the intake manifold (4).
- Secure the throttle body to the intake manifold with the 2 nuts and/or 2 bolts (1).
Tighten:Β Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Connect the A/T throttle cable (2) to the throttle lever (3) if necessary.
- Connect the accelerator control cable (1) to the throttle lever (3).
- Adjust the accelerator control cable as necessary.
- Adjust the A/T throttle cable if necessary. Refer to TV Cable Adjustment in Automatic Transmission.
- Connect the lower coolant hose (1) to the throttle body.
- Connect the upper coolant hose (2) to the throttle body.
- Connect the IAC valve electrical connector (2).
- Connect the TP sensor electrical connector (3).
- Connect the breather hose (1) to the throttle body.
- Install the intake air inlet duct to the throttle body.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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