How to Replace Throttle Body 05-16 Toyota RAV4
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 75 min · Toyota Rav4
Replace a Toyota RAV4 throttle body by preserving coolant hoses and wiring connections, then restoring coolant level after the repair.
Tools you will need
- 10mm Socket
- 10mm Wrench
- Hose Pinch Clamp
- Hose Clamp Pliers
- Ratchet
Parts and supplies
- Throttle body
- Throttle body gasket
- Vehicle-specified coolant
Steps
Disconnect the battery and intake box
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Unplug the mass airflow sensor, release the wiring clips, and remove the air filter box and intake duct to create access.
Remove the throttle body
Disconnect the breather and vacuum hoses, bracket, and electrical connector. Pinch the coolant lines if appropriate, remove them from the throttle body, then remove its fasteners.
Install the replacement throttle body
Position the new gasket and throttle body, reconnect the coolant lines, and remove any hose pinch clamps. Tighten the mounting bolts evenly to the vehicle specification and restore the wiring and vacuum lines.
Reassemble and check coolant
Reinstall the intake box, duct, engine cover, and battery cable. Check coolant level, run the engine to operating temperature while monitoring for leaks, then let it cool and recheck the level.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.