Throttle Body
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Throttle body bore and plate area have a special coating and cannot be cleaned, or possible damage to the throttle body can occur.
NOTE:
The electronic throttle body is serviced as a complete assembly. Individual components cannot be serviced.
- Remove the engine appearance cover.
- Remove the air cleaner outlet tube. For additional information, refer to AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY in this section.
- Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.