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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 858196  Size: SH
  1. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) retainer (1).
  2. Disconnect the instrument panel (I/P) harness electrical connector (2).

  3. Object Number: 871922  Size: SH
  4. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1).

  5. Object Number: 855736  Size: SH
  6. Remove the throttle actuator control (TAC) module nuts.
  7. Remove the TAC module.

  8. Object Number: 878173  Size: SH
  9. If equipped with a regular production option (RPO) ML6 manual transmission, unsnap the TAC module from the bracket.

  10. Object Number: 878174  Size: SH
  11. If equipped with a RPO ML6 manual transmission, remove the TAC module bracket nuts.
  12. Remove the TAC module bracket, if necessary.

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 878174  Size: SH
  1. If equipped with a RPO ML6 manual transmission, install the TAC module bracket, if necessary.
  2. Install the TAC module bracket nuts.
  3. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).


    Object Number: 878173  Size: SH
  4. If equipped with a RPO ML6 manual transmission, snap the TAC module to the bracket.

  5. Object Number: 855736  Size: SH
  6. Install the TAC module.
  7. Install the TAC module nuts.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).


    Object Number: 871922  Size: SH
  9. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1).

  10. Object Number: 858196  Size: SH
  11. Connect the I/P harness electrical connector (2).
  12. Install the CPA retainer (1).
  13. Refer to Control Module References for programming and setup information.