Overview
The Crown Automotive Throttle Body Assembly, part number 4861661AB, is a throttle body for selected 2007-2012 Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Mitsubishi trucks and SUVs. Crown Automotive describes itself as a manufacturer and distributor of replacement parts for Jeep vehicles.
Crown Automotive has offered replacement parts for Jeep vehicles for over 50 years, with more than 8,000 part numbers, including many factory-discontinued items. Use the vehicle fitment section as your guide, since dimensions, materials and flow ratings are not covered here.
Key features
- Throttle body assembly for the vehicles it fits
- Available for 2 and 4-door models
- Fitment list covers Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Dakota, Durango, Nitro and Ram 1500, Jeep Commander, Grand Cherokee WK, Liberty KJ and Wrangler JK, and Mitsubishi Raider
- Part of Crown Automotive’s replacement range with over 8,000 part numbers
Throttle body replacement tips
The throttle body controls how much air enters the intake, and the throttle plate position is read by the engine computer. A failing throttle body can cause rough idle, hesitation, stalling or a throttle warning light. Worn throttle bores often collect deposits that affect smooth opening and closing, so cleaning may help in some cases before replacement.
When replacing the throttle body, the sealing surfaces, intake boot clamps and electrical connector deserve a close look. Replacing the gasket at the same time keeps the air path sealed. After installation, an idle relearn may be needed on some vehicles, so check the service steps for your model before driving.
- Inspect the intake boot for cracks
- Check the throttle cable or electrical connector
- Clean the sealing surfaces before fitting
- Clear stored codes after the repair
Specifications
| Brand | Crown Automotive |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4861661AB |
| UPC | 848399087871 |
| Part type | Throttle body assembly |
| Body styles | 2 and 4-door models |
Vehicle fitment
It fits the 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (Base), 2007-2010 Dodge Dakota, 2007-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro, 2007 and 2011 Dodge and Ram 1500 entries, 2007-2010 Jeep Commander and Grand Cherokee (WK), 2007-2012 Jeep Liberty (KJ), 2007 Jeep Wrangler (JK) and 2007-2009 Mitsubishi Raider.
Years after those listed are not covered, so the 2008 and later Wrangler JK models are not on the list. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
What’s included
The throttle body assembly is the item sold. Check the package contents for gaskets, hardware and sensors before fitting.
