98 LeSabre; remove throttle body; drain coolant first?

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01-23-2007, 11:44 AM

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98 LeSabre; remove throttle body; drain coolant first?

I want to remove my throttle body and MAF for cleaning.

The 98 H-Body FSM states that the coolant should be drained before removing the throttle body. The Techinfo article on this site does not mention this step. Is it necessary?

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01-23-2007, 11:47 AM

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No draining. You'll lose a couple tablespoons. Nothing more.

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01-23-2007, 12:16 PM

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That'* what I was thinking. Thanks.

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01-25-2007, 10:53 AM

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Just have a wet/dry vac or a roll of paper towels handy.

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01-25-2007, 10:58 AM

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Actually.. take a closer look and ensure your radiator and top hose are not higher than the TB. If so, that coolant will drain out when you remove the TB.