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.
Throttle Body (SMT): Installation
- INSTALL THROTTLE BODY
- Install 2 new gaskets to the intake manifold as shown in the illustration.
- Connect the accelerator position sensor connector.
- Install the throttle body with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts.
Torque: 30 N.m (305 kgf.cm, 22 ft.lbf)
- Install the throttle body bracket with the 2 bolts.
Torque: 49 N.m (500 kgf.cm, 36 ft.lbf)
- Connect the 2 water bypass hoses to the throttle body.
- Connect the PCV hose to the throttle body.
- Connect the control motor connector.
- Connect the throttle position sensor connector.
- CONNECT ACCELERATOR CABLE
- INSTALL VSV FOR EVAP WITH AIR CLEANER HOSE
- INSTALL VSV FOR EVAP HOSE
- INSTALL SUSPENSION UPPER BRACE
- FILL RADIATOR WITH ENGINE COOLANT
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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.
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