Corvette V8-5.7L VIN G (1997)
6. Remove the throttle body attaching bolts.
7. Disconnect the coolant hoses from the throttle body.
8. Remove the throttle body and the gasket.
IMPORTANT: Do not reuse the throttle body gasket. Install a new gasket during assembly.
9. Discard the throttle body gasket.
10. Inspect the crankcase ventilation hose and the tube. Replace any damaged components.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install a new throttle body gasket.
2. Connect the coolant hoses to the throttle body.
3. Install the throttle body assembly.
4. Install the throttle body attaching bolts.
IMPORTANT: Always use a torque wrench in order to obtain the proper torque. Tighten the throttle body bolts to 12 Nm (106 lb. in.).
5. Connect the TP sensor electrical connector.
6. Connect the crankcase ventilation hose to the throttle body.
IMPORTANT: Ensure that the air control valve electrical connector and the connector seal are properly installed and not damaged.
7. Connect the air control valve electrical connector.
8. Install the air cleaner assembly.
9. Refill the cooling system.
10. Check for complete throttle opening and closing positions by operating the accelerator pedal and monitoring the throttle angles using a scan tool.
The accelerator pedal should operate freely without binding between full closed throttle and wide open throttle.
11. Start the engine.
12. Check for coolant leaks.
