FAQ for Throttle Body Repair
Q: How to remove the accelerator controls cable?
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The proper way is to remove the engine sight shield, the accelerator cable from the cable bracket, the left instrument panel insulator, and the accelerator cable.
By BobGM Specialist
02/11/2022 Q: What should be noticed before removing the throttle body assembly (with ETC)?
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You shall handle the electronic throttle control components carefully, and use cleanliness to prevent damage. You must not drop the electronic throttle control components, not roughly handle the electronic throttle control components, and not immerse the electronic throttle control components in cleaning solvents of any type.
By BobGM Specialist
02/11/2022 Q: How to service the condition of idle instability, low idle speed, or rough idle?
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You shall clean the throttle body bore and throttle valve plate of carbon using a shop rag and an appropriate cleaner.
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02/11/2022 Q: What should be noted when cleaning the throttle body?
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You shall turn OFF the ignition before inserting your fingers into the throttle bore. Unexpected movement of the throttle blade could cause personal injury.
By BobGM Specialist
02/11/2022 Q: What should be noticed while removing the throttle body assembly (with ETC)?
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You shall always use a torque wrench to obtain the proper torque.
By BobGM Specialist
02/11/2022 Q: How to install the throttle body assembly (without ETC)?
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The proper way is to install the throttle body with a new gasket, connect the coolant hose, the accelerator control cable, the cruise control cable, the TP sensor, the IAC valve electrical connectors, and the vacuum hose, and install the air intake duct.
By BobGM Specialist
02/11/2022 Q: How to properly clean the throttle body?
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The proper way is to remove the air intake duct, inspect the throttle body bore and the throttle valve plate for deposits, clean the throttle body bore and the throttle valve plate, and install the air intake duct.
By BobGM Specialist
02/11/2022 Q: How to remove the throttle body assembly (without ETC)?
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The proper way is to remove the air intake duct, disconnect the accelerator control cable, the cruise control cable, and the vacuum hose from the throttle body, the throttle position (TP) sensor and idle air control (IAC) valve harness connectors, and the coolant hose, and remove the throttle body and the gasket.
By BobGM Specialist
02/11/2022 Q: How to install the accelerator controls cable?
A:
The proper way is to install the accelerator cable through the dash panel and the slot in the accelerator pedal lever, connect the accelerator cable to the throttle body lever, and install the left instrument panel insulator and the engine sight shield.
By BobGM Specialist
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