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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2004 🢒 CTS 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 5.7L 🢒 Electronic Throttle Actuator Control Module Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 1412216 Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.

    2. Important: 

       • Remove any debris from the throttle actuator control (TAC) module connector surfaces before servicing the TAC module. Inspect the TAC module connector gaskets if you diagnose or replace the TAC module. Verify that the gaskets are installed correctly. The gaskets prevent contaminate intrusion into the TAC module.
       • Do not touch the connector pins in order to prevent possible electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage to the TAC module.
       • The ignition should always be OFF if you install or remove the TAC module connectors.

  2. Remove the electrical connectors from the TAC module (1, 2).
  3. Remove the TAC module from the locking tabs on the relay center bracket.
  4. Remove the module from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1412216 Size: SH
  1. Install the TAC module to the vehicle.
  2. Ensure that the module engages with the locking tabs on the relay center bracket.
  3. Install the electrical connectors to the TAC module (1, 2).
  4. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.