How to Service and Repair a Throttle Body on a 3.7L V6 Engine on Dodge Nitro?

The first step to servicing or repairing the throttle body on a 3.7L V6 is to take out the air intake tube from its position at the flange. After that, unplug the throttle body plug and remove any relevant vacuum pipes. After that, disconnect the throttle body bolts and take the throttle body off the intake manifold. After that, inspect the O-ring found between the throttle body and the intake manifold to confirm it is still sound. The set screw located in the factory is what sets how far the throttle plate can open and it should not be changed to alter idle speed, as this falls to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).

How to Install a Throttle Body on a 3.7L V6 Engine on Dodge Nitro?

Before mounting the throttle body, make sure the O-ring between it and the intake manifold is sound and replace it if it is damaged. Make sure to clean the mating area between the throttle body and the intake manifold before you fit the new O-ring. Then, attach the throttle body to the intake manifold and hold it with four bolts of 7 Nm (60 in. lbs.) torque. Plug the electrical connector into place and hook up all the steering vacuum lines. Once that is done, join the air cleaner and throttle body ducts and utilize the scan tool for the ETC Relearn.

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Dodge Nitro Throttle Body Part Number: 4861691AA
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- Other Name: Fuel Injector Electronic Throttle Body Assembly; Fuel Injection Throttle Body.
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- 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro | Detonator, Heat, R/T, SXT, Shock | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Dodge Nitro Throttle Body Part Number: 4861661AB
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- Other Name: Throttle; Fuel Injector Electronic Throttle Body Assembly; Fuel Injection Throttle Body.
- Replaces: 4861661AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro | Heat, SE, SLT, SXT | 3.7L V6, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS

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Dodge Nitro automobiles have a Throttle Body that serves to control the intake of air into the engine causing a direct impact on performance. Located between the air cleaner and intake manifold they have a precise control feature known as the butterfly valve which opens each time the accelerator pedal is pressed to allow the inflow of more air into the engine. This mechanism is supported by other sensors that report to PCM in order to manage fuel injection appropriately. Since the development of Dodge Nitro models there has been a shift from the mechanical throttle control to the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) that provides higher sensitivity and compatibility with other systems. Whereas earlier models could have incorporated Throttle Body Injection (TBI), the current models, principally, use multi-port fuel injection systems. The Throttle Body can get worn over time or the buildup will cause lack of smooth operation, therefore it requires regular cleaning or replacement of such components as Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) and Idle Air Control (IAC) valve.

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Q: How to Service and Repair a Throttle Body on a 3.7L V6 Engine on Dodge Nitro?
A:
The first step to servicing or repairing the throttle body on a 3.7L V6 is to take out the air intake tube from its position at the flange. After that, unplug the throttle body plug and remove any relevant vacuum pipes. After that, disconnect the throttle body bolts and take the throttle body off the Intake Manifold. After that, inspect the O-ring found between the throttle body and the intake manifold to confirm it is still sound. The set screw located in the factory is what sets how far the throttle plate can open and it should not be changed to alter idle speed, as this falls to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
Throttle Body
4861691AA
Q: How to Install a Throttle Body on a 3.7L V6 Engine on Dodge Nitro?
A:
Before mounting the throttle body, make sure the O-ring between it and the Intake Manifold is sound and replace it if it is damaged. Make sure to clean the mating area between the throttle body and the intake manifold before you fit the new O-ring. Then, attach the throttle body to the intake manifold and hold it with four bolts of 7 Nm (60 in. lbs.) torque. Plug the electrical connector into place and hook up all the steering vacuum lines. Once that is done, join the air cleaner and throttle body ducts and utilize the scan tool for the ETC Relearn.