Throttle Body Spacer Removal

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

1. Perform the Fuel Pressure Release procedure.

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2. Remove the intake air duct from the air cleaner housing.

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3. Remove the MAF sensor electrical connector (2) from the MAF sensor (5).

NOTICE: Do not damage the MAF sensor screen. A damaged screen could restrict airflow and lead to a driveability concern.

MAF Sensor:

4. Remove the MAF sensor bolts.

5. Remove the MAF sensor and intake air duct as an assembly.

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6. Remove the accelerator controls cable bracket. Refer to Accelerator Controls Cable Bracket Replacement.

Throttle Body And Coolant Pipes:

7. Remove the throttle body. Refer to Throttle Body Assembly Replacement.

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8. Remove the throttle body spacer bolts (3).

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9. Remove the crankcase ventilation pipe at throttle body spacer.

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10. Remove the EGR valve water pump crossover pipe at throttle body spacer.

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11. Remove the throttle body spacer (3) and gasket (2) from the intake manifold (4).

NOTICE: Use care when cleaning the old gasket from the aluminum surfaces in order to prevent damage to the sealing surfaces.

NOTICE: Do not use a cleaner which contains methyl ethyl ketone. This extremely strong solvent may damage components and is not necessary for this type of cleaning.

Use a carburetor cleaner in order to remove deposits.

Refer to the instructions provided with the cleaner.

12. Clean the throttle body gasket surfaces.

13. Clean the throttle body spacer gasket surfaces.