Q: Is the throttle body part of the engine?

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Tom L

on January 06, 2017

Is the throttle body part of the engine?
My car has an automatic transmission.

Automotive Mechanic

15 years of experience

The throttle body is a part attached to the engine intake manifold. The intake manifold is attached to the engine.

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