OEM Cadillac XLR Throttle Body

Cadillac XLR Throttle Body Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Throttle Body
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  Q: How to replace the throttle body assembly while handling the electronic throttle control components carefully on Cadillac XLR?

  A: To replace Throttle Body assembly, when handling the electronic throttle control, the components should be handled carefully to avoid damaging them, and these parts should be clean enough and not submerged in any cleaning solvents. Start by disconnecting the mass air flow (MAF) sensor electrical connector and the air intake duct and the air cleaner assembly. Then unsnaps the Throttle Body assembly's electrical connector and removes the Throttle Body parking bolts before removing the Throttle Body along with the gasket that is not to be reused. Discard the old gasket. Install a new Throttle Body gasket into the recess in the rear side of the Throttle Body with an upper an lower tabs aligned. Mount the Throttle Body assembly to the water outlet and tighten the Throttle Body bolts to 10 n.m (89 lb in.) using a torque wrench. Reconnect Throttle Body assembly the electrical connector, install air intake duct, and then the air cleaner shown replacement will is reinstall the mass air flow (MAF) sensor electrical connector.