VUE FWD V6-3.5L (2008)
Throttle Body: Removal and Replacement
Throttle Body Assembly Replacement
Removal Procedure
Notice: 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 air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement (See: Air Cleaner Housing/Air Cleaner Fresh Air
Duct/Hose/Service and Repair/Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement) .
2. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (3) from the electronic throttle control (ETC) (2).
3. Remove the throttle body bolts (9) and nuts (10).