Impala V6-3.8L SC VIN 1 (2005)
Throttle Body: Service and Repair
Throttle Body Assembly Replacement
THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
NOTE: Do not use solvent of any type when cleaning the gasket surfaces on the intake manifold and the throttle body assembly, as damage to the
gasket surfaces and throttle body assembly may result.
Use care in cleaning the gasket surfaces on the intake manifold and the throttle body assembly, as sharp tools may damage the gasket surfaces.
1. Remove the fuel injector sight shield.
2. Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System in Cooling System.
3. Remove the air cleaner intake duct.
4. Disconnect the idle air control (IAC) valve electrical connector.
5. Disconnect the mass air flow (MAF) sensor electrical connector.
6. Disconnect the throttle position (TP) sensor electrical connector.
7. Remove the accelerator controls cable bracket.
8. Remove the vacuum line from the throttle body.
