98 LeSabre; remove throttle body; drain coolant first?

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Jan 23, 2007 | 11:44 AM

agrazela

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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?

Jan 23, 2007 | 11:47 AM

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

Jan 23, 2007 | 12:16 PM

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That'* what I was thinking. Thanks.

Jan 25, 2007 | 10:53 AM

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

Jan 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.