Throttle Body: Removal

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Lexus GX 470. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Drain engine coolant.
  2. Remove 2 cap nuts and engine cover. See Fig 1.
  3. Disconnect vacuum hoses (idle-up No. 2 hose and fuel pressure regulator hose) and ventilation hose. Remove air cleaner hose assembly.
  4. Disconnect water by-pass hose, water by-pass hose No. 7 and throttle body position sensor connector. Remove 2 bolts and nuts. Remove throttle body and throttle body gasket.
Fig 1: Locating Throttle Body Components
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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.
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