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.
2006 Toyota Avalon XLSFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Throttle Body: Removal
- DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT (See COOLANT )
- DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
- REMOVE V-BANK COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (See REMOVAL )
- REMOVE AIR CLEANER CAP WITH AIR CLEANER HOSE (See REMOVAL )
- SEPARATE WATER BY-PASS HOSE
- Disconnect the 2 water by-pass hoses from the throttle w/ motor body assembly.
- REMOVE THROTTLE WITH MOTOR BODY ASSEMBLY
- Disconnect the throttle w/ motor body assembly connector.
- Remove the 4 bolts and throttle w/ motor body assembly from the intake air surge tank.
- Remove the throttle body gasket from the intake air surge tank.
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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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