Throttle Body Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Acura TL and 2007 Acura TL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Do not insert your fingers into the installed throttle body when you turn the ignition switch ON (II) or while the ignition switch is ON (II). If you do, you will seriously injure your fingers if the throttle valve is activated.

NOTE: If you are replacing the throttle body, start at step 1. If you are removing the throttle body, start at step 4.

Connect the HDS while the engine is stopped.
Select the INSPECTION MENU with the HDS.
Do the TP POSITION CHECK in the ETCS TEST.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect the MAP sensor connector (A).

Fig 1: Throttle Body Replacement Components With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the intake air duct (B).
Disconnect the throttle body connector (C).
Disconnect and plug the water bypass hoses (D).
Remove the throttle body (E).
Install the parts in the reverse order of removal with a new gasket (F).
NOTE:
- Do the ECM/PCM idle learn procedure (see ECM/PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE ) after the throttle body has been replaced.
- Refill the radiator with engine coolant (see COOLANT CHECK ).