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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPLYMOUTH1989COLT DL, 1.5 X, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCEREMOVE, OVERHAUL & INSTALLREMOVE/INSTALL/OVERHAULTBI FUEL INJECTION MIXER (THROTTLE BODY)REMOVALCLEANING
1989 Plymouth Colt DL, 1.5 X, Standard
TBI Fuel Injection Mixer (Throttle Body): Removal: Cleaning
1989 Plymouth Colt DL, 1.5 X, StandardSECTION Cleaning
- Clean all parts but do not immerse the following in solvent: throttle position sensor, variable resistor or ISC servo. Immersing these parts will damage the insulation. Wipe these parts with a cloth only.
- To clean injectors and fuel pressure regulator, seal fuel inlet and outlet with sealing tape and clean in solvent. Check vacuum port of passage for clogging. Clean vacuum passage and fuel passage with compressed air.
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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.