Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel - related components. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

CAUTION: Throttle body bore and plate area have a special coating and cannot be cleaned, or possible damage to the throttle body may occur.

Remove the air cleaner outlet tube. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .
Disconnect the throttle position (TP) sensor electrical connector.

Fig 1: Disconnecting TP Sensor Connector
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Disconnect the accelerator cable and the speed control cable (if equipped).

Fig 2: Disconnecting Accelerator Cable And Speed Control Cable
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the throttle body.
- Discard the gasket.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Throttle Body
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.