Throttle Body Removal/Installation

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CAUTION: Do not insert your fingers into the installed throttle body when you turn the ignition switch to 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, begin at step 1. If you are removing the throttle body temporarily, begin at step 4.

Connect the HDS while the engine is stopped.
Select the INSPECTION MENU with the HDS.
Do the TP LEARNING CHECK in the ETCS TEST.
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
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).
After installing the throttle body, do these items:
- Do the PCM idle learn procedure (see PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE ).
- Refill the radiator with engine coolant (see COOLANT CHECK ).