THROTTLE BODY REMOVAL


  1. REMOVE RADIATOR SUPPORT OPENING COVER


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      Remove the 7 clips and radiator support opening cover.

  2. PRECAUTION

    Note

    After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal notice before proceeding with work Click here.

  3. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

    Note

    When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.

  4. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT


    1. Loosen the radiator drain cock plug.

      Tech Tips

      Collect the coolant in a container and dispose of it according to the regulations in your area.

    2. Remove the reserve tank cap.

      CAUTION:

      Do not remove the reserve tank cap while the engine and radiator are still hot.

      Pressurized, hot engine coolant and steam may be released and cause serious burns.

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      Text in Illustration
      *1 Reserve Tank Cap *2 Radiator Drain Cock Plug

  5. REMOVE NO. 2 CYLINDER HEAD COVER


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      Hold the rear of the cover and raise it to detach the 2 clips on the rear of the cover. Continue to raise the cover to detach the 2 clips on the front of the cover and remove the cover.

      Note

      Attempting to detach both front and rear clips at the same time may cause the cover to break.

  6. REMOVE AIR CLEANER CAP SUB-ASSEMBLY


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      Disconnect the mass air flow meter connector.

    2. Detach the wire harness from the 2 clamps.

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      Disconnect the 2 clamps.

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      Disconnect the ventilation hose.

    5. Loosen the band and remove the air cleaner cap.

  7. REMOVE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY


    1. A00OLBN

      Disconnect the connector and 2 water hoses.

    2. A00OLVB

      Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts and throttle body.

    3. Remove the gasket.