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 Camry Base, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Throttle Body ASSY (2AZ-FE): Replacement
- DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT (See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE AIR CLEANER CAP WITH AIR CLEANER HOSE
- REMOVE THROTTLE BODY ASSY
- Disconnect the throttle control motor & throttle position sensor connector.
- Disconnect the 2 vacuum hoses from the throttle body.
- Disconnect the 2 water bypass hoses.
- Remove the 4 bolts, fuel pipe support and throttle body.
- Remove the gasket.
- INSTALL THROTTLE BODY ASSY
- Install a new gasket on the intake manifold, as shown in the illustration.
- Install the throttle body and fuel pipe support with the 4 bolts.
Torque: 30 N.m (306 kgf.cm, 22 ft.lbf)
- Connect the 2 water bypass hoses to the throttle body.
- Connect the 2 vacuum hoses to the throttle body.
- Connect the throttle control motor & throttle position sensor connector.
- INSTALL AIR CLEANER CAP WITH AIR CLEANER HOSE
- ADD ENGINE COOLANT (See REPLACEMENT )
- CHECK FOR ENGINE COOLANT LEAKS (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION )
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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.