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Throttle Valve Operation Check

  1. Turn OFF ignition switch.
  2. Remove air cleaner assembly. Refer to AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
  3. Check throttle valve operation as follows.

    If faulty condition is found, replace throttle body. Refer to AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

    1. Check that throttle valve (1) moves smoothly from fully closed position and fully open position with finger.
      Fig 1: Checking Throttle Valve
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    2. Check that throttle valve returns off to default position when you move finger off throttle valve at fully closed position and fully open position.

      Throttle valve default position "a": 

      7° from completely closed position (1) 

      Fig 2: Identifying Throttle Valve Closed Position
      G08895339Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.