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Removal Procedure

  1. Disconnect the intake air temperature (IAT) sensor connector.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor Connector
    GM951542Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Loosen the clamp at the air cleaner assembly.
    Fig 2: Identifying Outlet Resonator/Duct Assembly
    GM898897Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the push pin attachment from the outlet resonator/duct assembly to support bracket.
  4. Loosen the clamp at the throttle body assembly.
  5. Disconnect the PCV fresh air vent hose at the cam cover.
  6. Remove the outlet resonator/duct assembly.
  7. NOTE: Cover the throttle body with a shop towel. Using air, clean the base of the throttle body to prevent debris from entering the manifold when the throttle body is removed.
    Fig 3: Cover Throttle Body Opening With A Shop Towel
    GM897640Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Cover the throttle body opening with a shop towel and use the shop air to remove any dirt at the base of the throttle body.
  9. Disconnect the electrical connector at throttle body.
    Fig 4: Disconnecting/Connecting Throttle Body Electrical Connector
    GM947518Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the throttle body bolts.
  11. Remove the throttle body.
  12. IMPORTANT: The throttle body-to-manifold gasket is not reusable.
    Fig 5: Removing/Installing Throttle Body Gasket
    GM947783Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Remove the gasket and discard.
  14. NOTE: Cover the intake manifold opening with a shop towel whenever the throttle body is removed to prevent foreign material entry.
    Fig 6: Installing Shop Towel At The Throttle Body Opening
    GM951566Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Block the intake manifold opening with a clean shop towel to prevent dirt from entering.