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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSATURN2000SC2 AUTOMATIC, MP6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALMECHANICALINDUCTION SYSTEMREMOVAL & INSTALLATIONTHROTTLE BODY UNITINSTALLATION
2000 Saturn SC2 Automatic, MP6
Throttle Body Unit: Installation
2000 Saturn SC2 Automatic, MP6SECTION Installation
- Inspect manifold opening and remove any loose parts and/or material.
- Inspect intake manifold sealing surface for cleanliness.
- Remove gasket sealer from bolt threads. Remove shop towel from throttle body opening and install new flange gasket.
- Install throttle body assembly. If new throttle body is used, the idle stop screw on the new unit is preset by the manufacturer and should not require adjustment.
- Apply Loctite 2420 Threadlocker P/N 21485277 (or equivalent) to the attachment bolt threads. Install throttle body assembly retaining bolts.
Torque:
Throttle Body-to-Air Intake Manifold (L24): 31 N.m (23 ft-lbs)
- Install throttle control cable. Connect the vacuum harness.
- Connect IAC valve and Throttle Position (TP) sensor electrical connectors. Push in until a click is heard and pull back to confirm positive engagement. Connect negative battery terminal.
Torque:
Battery Terminal Bolts: 17 N.m (13 ft-lbs)
- Install air intake tube and fresh air hose. Start engine and check for vacuum leaks.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.