Throttle Body: Removal: 5.7L

2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo, AWDSECTION 5.7L
Fig 1: Negative Battery Cable
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  1. Perform the fuel pressure release procedure. Refer to FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASEΒ  .
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable (2).
    Fig 2: Oil Fill Cap & Engine Cover
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  3. Remove the oil fill cap (1).
  4. Remove the engine cover (2).
    Fig 3: Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor, Air Cleaner Housing, Resonator Retaining Bolt & Hose Clamp
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  5. Disconnect the electrical connector at the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor (1).
  6. Loosen the hose clamp at the air cleaner housing (2).
  7. Remove the resonator retaining bolt (3).
  8. Loosen the hose clamp at the throttle body (4) and remove the resonator.
    Fig 4: Removing/Installing Throttle Body - 5.7L
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  9. Disconnect the electrical connector at the throttle body (3).
  10. Remove the four throttle body retaining bolts (2).
  11. Remove the throttle body (1) from the intake manifold.
    Fig 5: Throttle Body O-Ring At Front Of Intake Manifold
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  12. Check the throttle body O-ring (2), replace if necessary.
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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.