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Removal and Installation

WARNING:

Do not insert your fingers into the installed throttle body when you turn the vehicle to the ON mode, or while the vehicle is in ON mode. If you do, you will seriously injure your fingers if the throttle valve is activated.

NOTE:
  • Where icon is shown, further information shown below.
  • If you are replacing the throttle body, do the all procedures.
  • If you are removing the throttle body, do 3rd procedure (Engine Cover - Remove) through 12th procedure (Engine Coolant - Refill).
GHH455229Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
Detailed information, notes and precautions
Torque: N.m (kgf.m, lbf.ft)
Replace
  1. HDS - Connect
  2. TP POSITION CHECK - Select
    1. Select the ETCS TEST in the INSPECTION MENU with the HDS.

    2. Select TP POSITION CHECK and clear the throttle position (TP) learned value.

    3. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

    4. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode, and wait 2 seconds without pressing the accelerator pedal.
  3. Engine Cover - Remove
  4. Intake Air Duct - Remove
  5. Connector (Throttle Body) - Disconnect
  6. Connector (MAP Sensor) - Disconnect
  7. Harness Clip - Disconnect
  8. Water Bypass Hose - Disconnect and Plug
  9. Throttle Body - Remove
    NOTE:
    • Tighten the throttle body mounting bolts in a cross pattern in three steps;
      • Tighten the bolts until they sit on the throttle body.
      • Tighten the bolts until the gasket is compressed and both parts are contacted.
      • Tighten the bolts to specified torque.
  10. Harness Bracket - Remove (If needed)
  11. All Removed Parts - Install
    GHH455230Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
    		 1. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal with a new gasket.
    NOTE:
    • Tighten the throttle body mounting bolts in a cross pattern in three steps;
      • Tighten the bolts until they sit on the throttle body.
      • Tighten the bolts until the gasket is compressed and both parts are contacted.
      • Tighten the bolts to specified torque.
    • Do not overtighten the hose band screw (A).
    • After tightening the hose band screw, make sure the clearance (B) is less than 1.0 mm (0.04 in).
  12. Engine Coolant - Refill
  13. PCM - Reset
  14. PCM - Idle Learn
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