Kizashi AWD L4-2.4L (2010)
Throttle Body: Testing and Inspection
Electric Throttle Body Assembly On-vehicle Inspection
WARNING: Never touch throttle valve with finger while ignition mode of keyless push start system is in "ON" and accelerator pedal is
depressed. Otherwise, injury may result from getting a finger caught between throttle valve and throttle body.
CAUTION:
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Do not disassemble electric throttle body assembly.
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Do not drop electric throttle body assembly or subject it to strong impact. If the electric throttle body assembly is subjected to strong
impact it must be replaced.
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Be careful to prevent foreign materials such as dust or metallic particles from coming into contact with throttle body and throttle valve.
Otherwise, electric throttle body assembly will break down by throttle valve accretion.
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Do not apply excessive force to throttle valve for throttle valve operation check and TP sensor performance check.
Otherwise, electric throttle body assembly will break down by damaging internal resinous gear of throttle valve actuator.
NOTE: After replacing electric throttle body assembly, calibrate throttle valve position.
Throttle Valve Visual Check
1. Remove air cleaner outlet hose with ignition mode of keyless push start system in "OFF".
2. Check that there is not any foreign materials caught between throttle valve and throttle body. If there is, take it out after removing throttle body and
clean inside of throttle body thoroughly.
Throttle Valve Operation Check
1. Remove air cleaner outlet hose with ignition mode of keyless push start system in "OFF".
2. Disconnect connector from electric throttle body assembly.
3. Check throttle valve operation as follows. If faulty condition is found, replace throttle body.
a. Check that throttle valve (1) moves smoothly from fully closed position and fully open position with finger.
