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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Throttle Body Gasket And Intake Manifold
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  1. Install a new throttle body gasket (1) onto the intake manifold (2).
    2. Fig 2: Throttle Body, Brackets, Fasteners And Gasket
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  2. Install the throttle body (2) onto the intake manifold with the 3 fasteners (3).
  3. Install the throttle body bracket (4) and the 2 bolts to the throttle body.
    4. NOTE: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
  4. Install the 5 throttle body fasteners.

    Tighten:  Tighten the fasteners to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

  5. Install the manifold support bracket (1) to the throttle body with 2 bolts.

    Install the 2 fasteners.

    Tighten:  Tighten the fasteners to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

  6. Install the accelerator control cable bracket (5) to the throttle body with 2 bolts.

    Install the 2 fasteners.

    Tighten:  Tighten the fasteners to 13 N.m (10 lb ft).

    7. Fig 3: Throttle, Hose, (TP) Sensor, And (IAC) Valve Electrical Connector
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  7. Connect the 2 coolant hoses (2) to the throttle body (6).
  8. Connect the PCV breather hose (1) to the throttle body (6).
  9. Connect the IAC valve electrical connector (5).
  10. Connect the TP sensor electrical connector (3).
  11. Install the air inlet duct (4).
  12. Refill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System in Engine Cooling.
    13. Fig 4: Engine Cover
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  13. Install the engine cover (1) to the engine.
  14. Secure the engine cover (1) with the 2 nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the fasteners to 7 N.m (62 lb in).

  15. Install the 2 retainers to the engine cover.
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