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Set the vehicle on a lift.
Remove the collector cover.
Disconnect the ground cable from battery.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Ground Cable From Battery
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Lift up the vehicle.
Remove the under cover.
Drain approximately 3.0 fi (3.2 US qt, 2.6 lmp qt) of coolant. Refer to DRAINING OF ENGINE COOLANT , REPLACEMENT, Engine Coolant.
Remove the intercooler. Refer to REMOVAL , Intercooler.
Disconnect the connectors from the throttle position sensor.

Fig 2: Locating Connectors From Throttle Position Sensor
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Remove the bolts which secure the air bypass pipe and PCV pipe to the intake manifold, and loosen the clamp which connects the throttle body and duct.

Fig 3: Locating Air Bypass Pipe And Bolts
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Remove the duct from the throttle body.
Disconnect the engine coolant hoses from the throttle body.

Fig 4: Identifying Engine Coolant Hoses From Throttle Body
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Remove the bolts which secure the throttle body to the intake manifold, and remove the throttle body.

Fig 5: Locating Throttle Body Bolts
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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.

Safety Warning

Throttle Body: Removal